Citicoline
CDP Choline, Cytidine Diphosphate-Choline
- CAS
- 987-78-0
- EC
- 213-580-7
- Food Code
- -
Citicoline (C14H26N4O11P2) is a white powder with molecular weight 488.32 g/mol, soluble in water. It serves as a phospholipid precursor, cerebral vasodilator, and PLA2 inhibitor, produced synthetically.
Citicoline
Applications
Used to treat age-related memory loss, stroke, dementia, head trauma; in supplements for brain health and as a biosynthetic intermediate in pharmaceuticals.
Safety & Risks
Low toxicity; potential mild gastrointestinal effects. Stable; use PPE for handling.
Packaging
In glass vials or bags; store properly; rinse for recycling per regulations.