Citicoline(CDP Choline) is a precursor of phosphatidylcholine. As a type of phospholipid, phosphatidylcholine is an important component of cell membranes. When taken orally, Citicoline(CDP Choline) is metabolized to yield the free nucleotide, uridine, and choline. Uridine and choline cross the blood-brain barrier, become incorporated into brain membrane phospholipids and increase the production of neurotransmitters in the central nervous system, including the synthesis of acetylcholine, noradrenaline, and dopamine. In the brain, Citicoline(CDP Choline) stabilizes the cell membranes and inhibits the formation of cytotoxic free fatty acids.
Citicoline Product Description
Product Name | Citicoline |
Active Ingredients | Citicoline |
Synonyms | / |
CAS NO. | 987-78-0 |
EINECS | / |
Molecular Formula | C8H15NO2C14H26N4O11P2 |
Molecular Weight | 488.324 |
Purity | 99% |
Melting Point | N/A |
Boiling Point | 851.4ºC at 760 mmHg |
Flash Point | N/A |
Appearance | White Powder |
COA of Citicoline
Function&Application of Citicoline
1. Citicoline is a brain chemical that occurs naturally in the body.
2. As a medicine, Citicoline is taken by mouth as a supplement or given by IV or as a shot.
3. Citicoline is used for Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia, head trauma, cerebrovascular diseases such as stroke, age-related memory loss, Parkinson's disease, and glaucoma
