Ceham 500mg Injection
vial of 2.0 ml Injection.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Citicoline (500mg) |
| Manufacturer: | Alkem Laboratories Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Ceham 500mg Injection is a medicine used in the treatment of stroke, head injury, Alzheimer's disease, and memory loss (dementia) in Parkinson's disease. Ceham 500mg Injection is administered as an injection under the supervision of a healthcare professional and should not be self-administered. It is given in cases where oral administration is not possible. Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor and if you have missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember. Some common side effects that may be seen with this medicine include decreased blood pressure, stomach pain, diarrhea, irregular heart rate, rash, insomnia, and occurrence or intensification of numbness of paralyzed extremities. You may also notice some injection site reactions such as pain, redness, or swelling. However, these are temporary and usually resolve on their own. Please consult your doctor if these do not subside or bother you.
Ceham 500mg Injection is a nerve protecting medicine. It nourishes the nerve cells, protects them from damage, and improves their survival by producing certain brain chemicals including phosphatidylcholine and acetylcholine. It also reduces free fatty acid buildup at the site of nerve damage.
I have been prescribed Ceham 500mg Injection for Alzheimer’s disease. What is its role, and how does it work?
Ceham 500mg Injection contains choline, an essential nutrient naturally found in the body. Choline plays a critical role in protecting nerve cells within the brain from damage. It also supports repair of damaged nerve cells, ultimately improving learning, memory, and cognitive function (information processing or perception) in individuals with Alzheimer’s disease.
Can I take alcohol during treatment with Ceham 500mg Injection?
The effects of alcohol on treatment with Ceham 500mg Injection are currently unknown. It is recommended to avoid alcohol consumption while undergoing treatment with Ceham 500mg Injection, as this medication has been prescribed for stroke, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, head injury, and age-related memory impairment.
Can students take Ceham 500mg Injection to improve memory and learning?
No. Ceham 500mg Injection has been proven effective only in cases of age-related memory problems, memory issues associated with long-standing stroke, and Alzheimer's disease. Additionally, there is no evidence to suggest that Ceham 500mg Injection is appropriate for children.
What is the role of Ceham 500mg Injection in stroke?
In cases of stroke caused by blood clots, oral administration of Ceham 500mg Injection may improve recovery within three months. Intravenous (IV) injection of Ceham 500mg Injection within twelve hours after a stroke can also accelerate recovery. Administration for seven days after the stroke via IV or orally is another possible route.
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self-administer.
- Ceham 500mg Injection helps in the treatment of stroke
- head injury
- Alzheimer's disease
- dementia in Parkinson's disease
- It is given as an injection by your doctor or healthcare provider
- Do not take this medicine in higher amounts or frequency than that told by your doctor
- Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you
- Inform your doctor if you develop an allergic reaction after taking the medication
- Side effects such as trouble sleeping, diarrhea, stomach pain, decreased blood pressure, irregular heart rate may occur with Ceham 500mg Injection. These may not be with everyone.
- Any of the side effects other than those mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
- trouble sleeping
- diarrhea
- stomach pain
- decreased blood pressure
- irregular heart rate
- numbness of paralyzed extremities
- rash
- insomnia
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Ceham 500mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeed
Information regarding the use of Ceham 500mg Injection during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
Information regarding the use of Ceham 500mg Injection during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.