Citicoline (CDP-Choline) is a naturally-occurring compound used in numerous biochemical pathways in the human body. It is especially important for phospholipid synthesis and membrane repair. It has the chemical formula C14H27N4O11P2+ and a molecular mass of 488.32 g/mol.
Citicoline (CDP-Choline) Benefits and Uses
Citicoline plays an important role in many biochemical systems in the human body. It is especially important as a methyl-group donator, a cofactor for a variety of enzyme systems, and for phospholipid synthesis. Anecdotally, it may have similar effects to other Nootropic compounds.
Citicoline (CDP-Choline) is known by a number of alternative names, including:
- Cytidine diphosphate-choline
- Cytidine 5′-diphosphocholine
- Cytidine diphosphate choline
Scientific Consensus
Citicoline is a brain chemical that is taken for its Nootropic-like effects to support healthy cognition. It is considered possibly safe for use by most people when taken at the recommended serving size for up to 90 days.
Some people have reported adverse effects like difficulty sleeping, headache, diarrhoea, high or low blood pressure, nausea, blurred vision and chest pain. Further research is required to fully understand the significance of the effects and adverse effects of CDP-Choline.
Warning: There is not enough research about the safety of CDP Choline for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Do not use this supplement if you have any underlying medical conditions