Somagina Tablet 500 Milligrams (Sodium Citicoline)

Adult dose

Within 24 hours of symptom onset, take the daily dose (1-4 tablets, equivalent to 500-2000 milligrams of citicoline) in 1-2 divided doses per day. Adjust the daily dose according to the patient's symptoms.

This medication should not be used in patients who are overly excited by the parasympathetic nervous system or who are allergic to the components of this medication. Shock symptoms may rarely appear, so during administration, blood pressure drop, chest tightness, and difficulty breathing should be carefully monitored. If any adverse symptoms arise, administration should be immediately halted, and appropriate treatment should be sought. Skin rash or facial flushing, hives may occur, and if these symptoms appear, medication use should be discontinued. This medication may affect the central nervous system, causing insomnia, headaches, dizziness, agitation, or seizures, and hallucinations may rarely occur. Especially in patients with hemiplegia after a stroke, sensory changes may occur in the paralyzed areas. Gastrointestinal symptoms such as nausea, loss of appetite, vomiting, and diarrhea may occur, as well as abnormal liver function tests. Additionally, sensations of warmth, blood pressure fluctuations, fatigue, parasympathetic nervous system excitement symptoms, chills, and swelling may occur. In patients who used this medication for a long period, fever, headaches, constipation, insomnia, and dizziness were reported relatively frequently. When administered to patients with acute severe head trauma or consciousness disorders after brain surgery, it should be combined with hemostatic agents, antihypertensive agents, and hypothermia treatment. This medication may enhance the effect of levodopa when taken concurrently, requiring caution, and it should not be taken with medications containing meclofenoxate. Pregnant women or women who may become pregnant should only use this medication when the benefits of treatment outweigh the potential risks, as its safety has not been established. Safety for children has not been fully confirmed, so it should be used cautiously in pediatric patients. Elderly patients may have diminished bodily functions, so it is advisable to reduce the dosage or use it with caution.

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This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a light-resistant, airtight container. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at room temperature between 1 and 30 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will help maintain the effectiveness and safety of the medication.

Appearance

White film-coated tablet

Package unit

100 tablets (10 tablets per PTP x 10)