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Citicoline Ingredients & Drug Interactions

by Pure Nootropics

Citicoline label
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Capsule Category: Non-nutrient/non-botanical
No known interaction
Clinical methodology reviewed by · Updated Sep 30, 2026 · Label data from the NIH DSLD
What is this page for?

First and foremost: checking Citicoline against your medications. The heart of this page is the interaction checker and the full interaction report — how this product’s ingredients may interact with prescription and over-the-counter medicines you may be taking.

Around that, we add a pharmacist’s high-level view of the product as a whole — what’s inside, the evidence for its stated use, how transparent the label is, and what safety data exists — so you can see the full picture in one place. It’s educational information from our licensed clinical databases and the clinical staff at HelloPharmacist — not medical advice — and we don’t sell or endorse products. Our editorial policy

The interaction bottom line No known interaction

Citicoline is a dietary supplement by Pure Nootropics with 1 active ingredient. Its ingredients are commonly taken for memory and thinking, brain health and aging, stroke recovery support.We don’t currently list a known drug interaction for its mapped ingredients — but that doesn’t guarantee none exist, so always confirm with your pharmacist.

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HelloPharmacist Scorecard of Citicoline by Pure Nootropics

Our pharmacy team’s full take, with four database checks built into the cards below — a summary of what is known, not a grade of the product itself.

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Generated from HelloPharmacist’s pharmacist-curated databases and editorial rules · Last generated Oct 1, 2026

What’s inside

Full disclosure
Ingredient Transparency · database check
Full

Every active ingredient lists its own amount on the label.

Why this rating?
  • The label discloses an exact amount for 1 of its 1 active ingredient.
  • No proprietary blends here — you can verify the dose of every single component.

This product contains one active ingredient: Cognizin (citicoline), a compound your brain uses to support cell membranes and energy. The capsules also contain hypromellose and microcrystalline cellulose as inactive ingredients — standard binders and capsule material.

Does it work?

Moderate evidence
Evidence for Intended Use · database check
By FDA rules, dietary supplements can’t claim to treat, cure, or prevent disease — so labels speak in careful marketing language. We discern each product’s intended use from its name, label claims, and label statements, then grade the clinical evidence for that use. How these ratings are computed
Moderate

Some clinical evidence supports this product's ingredients for its stated purpose, but it isn't conclusive.

Why this rating?
  • The label markets this product for: memory, concentration, and brain function.
  • We looked for evidence on: Age-related cognitive decline, Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Stroke, Traumatic brain injury (TBI), Vascular dementia, Alzheimer disease — and 4 related terms.
  • The strongest evidence on file: Citicoline is rated "Possibly Effective" for Age-related cognitive decline (Natural Medicines).
  • Also on file: Citicoline is rated "Possibly Ineffective" for Stroke.
  • Also on file: Citicoline is rated "Insufficient Reliable Evidence To Rate" for Alzheimer disease, Attention deficit-hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Vascular dementia, Parkinson disease, and more.

Citicoline is possibly effective for age-related cognitive decline and glaucoma, meaning there's some evidence it may help, but it's not a slam dunk. For stroke, the evidence leans toward it being possibly ineffective.

For Alzheimer disease, traumatic brain injury, and cardiac arrest, we simply don't have enough reliable evidence to say one way or the other.

The evidence, ingredient by ingredient Citicoline

How safe is it?

Well-documented data
Safety Information · database check
Well characterized

Adverse-effect, pregnancy, and general safety data are on file for most of these ingredients.

Why this rating?
  • We hold adverse-effect (side-effect) data for 1 of the 1 matched ingredient.
  • Pregnancy & breastfeeding safety ratings cover 1 of 1.
  • General safety write-ups exist for 1 of 1.
  • Remember: this measures how much safety information exists. Thin data is not the same as being safe.

Citicoline is generally well tolerated in the studies we have, though long-term safety isn't fully nailed down yet. The most common side effects when taken by mouth are abdominal pain, back pain, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, swelling, headache, insomnia, nausea, and rash — most people don't experience these, but they're the ones to watch for.

The safety data doesn't support use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding, so if you're pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or nursing, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether this is right for you.

Side effects, ingredient by ingredient Citicoline

Meds to double-check

No known interactions
Known Interaction Concern · database check
No known interactions

No medication interactions are currently documented for the matched ingredients — that isn't a guarantee none exist.

Why this rating?
  • None of the 1 matched ingredient has a documented medication interaction on file.

No interactions are documented for the ingredients we could check. That doesn't mean none exist, so run your full medication list by your pharmacist or doctor before you start.

The bottom line

Scorecard at a glanceFully disclosed formula with some supporting evidence for its stated purpose. No medication interactions are currently documented, and safety information is well characterized.

Citicoline may be worth considering if you're looking to support cognitive function as you age or if you have glaucoma, since the evidence there is at least suggestive. If you're taking medications — especially anything affecting the brain or eyes — or if you're pregnant or breastfeeding, sit down with your own doctor or pharmacist first to make sure it fits your situation.

Educational only — not medical advice; always confirm with your pharmacist. Our editorial policy · How we use AI

Assessment coverage: 1 of 1 active ingredient matched to our full ingredient reviews (monographs). Based on the product label dated Jul 25, 2024.

This Scorecard evaluates available label information, ingredient evidence, and known medication-safety considerations. It does not independently verify product identity, purity, potency, contamination, or manufacturing quality. How these ratings are computed

At a glance

General information

Key facts about Citicoline, straight from the product label.

Brand Pure Nootropics
Barcode (UPC) 854051008276
Net contents 60 Vegetarian Capsule(s)
Market status On market
Date entered into DSLD Jul 25, 2024
DSLD ID 316490
Product type Non-nutrient/non-botanical
Supplement form Capsule
Dietary claims / uses All Other, Structure/Function
Intended target group(s) Adult (18 - 50 Years), Women (not pregnant or lactating), Gluten Free
From the label
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Supplement Facts

The label details for Citicoline by Pure Nootropics, sourced from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database.

Supplement Facts

Daily Value (DV) Target Group(s):
Adults and children 4 or more years of age
Minimum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Maximum serving Sizes:
1 Capsule(s)
Servings per container
30
UPC/BARCODE
854051008276
IngredientAmount% DV
Cognizin600 mg--

Other ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose

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Label statements
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Suggested/Recommended/Usage/Directions

Suggested Use: Take 1 capsule up to two times per day, or as recommended by your healthcare practitioner.

Precautions

Warning: Consult with a healthcare practitioner before taking this.

Do not take this if you are pregnant, nursing or under the age of 18.

Do not take this if you are pregnant, nursing or under the age of 18.

If you experience adverse reactions from taking this product, discontinue immediately and contact a healthcare practitioner.

Keep out of reach of children.

Formulation

Cognition Concentration Memory

Supports overall brain function

Always Non-GMO Preservative free Gluten free

General Statements

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FDA Statement of Identity

Dietary Supplement

Formula

Formulated with Cognizin

FDA Disclaimer Statement

These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Brand IP Statement(s)

Cognizin is a registered trademark of Kyowa Hakko Bio Co., LTD.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.

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See for yourself

Citicoline by Pure Nootropics label

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Citicoline label

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What’s inside

The Ingredients in Citicoline by Pure Nootropics

This is the 1 active ingredient this product is made of. Select it to open its full monograph.

Serving size1 Capsule(s) Dosage formCapsule Servings per container30 Amounts shown are per serving.

Cognizin

No known
interactions
600 mg per serving Form: Citicoline

Citicoline is a naturally occurring compound involved in making brain cell membranes and the messenger chemical acetylcholine. It is popularly taken f...

Cognizin monograph & interactions

Other (inactive) ingredients: Hypromellose, Microcrystalline Cellulose. These complete the product’s ingredient list but are not active constituents.

Interaction report

Citicoline by Pure Nootropics Drug Interactions

We don’t currently list any known drug interactions for the mapped ingredients in Citicoline. This doesn’t guarantee none exist — always confirm with your pharmacist before combining a supplement with your medications.

The maker

Brand information

Manufacturer and brand details for Citicoline, from the product label.

Pure Nootropics

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Name
Pure Nootropics, LLC
Street Address
P.O. Box 6827
City
Albuquerque
State
NM
ZipCode
87197
Web Address
purenootropics.net
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Citicoline by Pure Nootropics: Common Questions

Does Citicoline by Pure Nootropics interact with any medications?
We do not currently list a known interaction for the mapped ingredients in Citicoline. This does not guarantee none exist, so confirm with your pharmacist.
How can one product interact with so many drugs?
Citicoline contains a single active ingredient, and that one ingredient can interact with many different medications on its own. We check it against each medication and show the mechanism responsible.
Where does this information come from?
The product label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database (DSLD); the interaction data is built on the Natural Medicines database and reviewed by HelloPharmacist pharmacists.
Can I take this if I'm pregnant or breastfeeding?
No — the safety data available doesn't support use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. If you're in either situation, talk with your doctor or pharmacist about whether citicoline is appropriate for you.
What are the most common side effects?
When taken by mouth, citicoline most often causes abdominal pain, back pain, blurred vision, constipation, diarrhea, swelling, headache, insomnia, nausea, and rash. Most people don't experience these, but they're the ones to be aware of.
Does it really work for memory and brain fog?
For age-related cognitive decline — the kind of memory and mental sharpness that naturally slip with age — the evidence suggests it possibly helps. For other brain conditions like Alzheimer disease or traumatic brain injury, we just don't have enough reliable evidence to say.
Why does the label say long-term safety isn't fully established?
Because the studies we have are limited in how long they followed people. We know it's well tolerated over the timeframes studied, but there's still room for more data on what happens if you take it for years and years.
Is this safe to take with my other medications?
No interactions are documented in our data, but that's not a guarantee none exist. Run your exact medications through the tool on this page, and check with your own pharmacist or doctor to be sure before you start.

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The Full Monographs Behind Citicoline’s Ingredients

Every ingredient we hold a full HelloPharmacist monograph for — uses, evidence, safety, and the complete interaction list.

Herb & supplement monograph

Citicoline

Citicoline is a naturally occurring compound involved in making brain cell membranes and the messenger chemical acetylcholine. It is popularly taken for memory, focus, and brain aging, and s...

Read the full Citicoline monograph →
Sources

Sources & How We Checked

Citicoline's label data comes from the NIH Dietary Supplement Label Database; the ingredient interaction data is from the Natural Medicines database, reviewed by our pharmacists.

Content is written and reviewed by licensed HelloPharmacist pharmacists. See our data sources and editorial standards for how this information is built and checked.

The 11 references behind this product’s interaction data

Every citation that drives the interaction findings for this product’s ingredients, from the evidence-graded Natural Medicines (TRC Healthcare) database. Open an ingredient to browse its citations — links open the study on PubMed or the publisher’s site.

Citicoline 11 references
  1. Spiers PA, Myers D, Hochanadel GS, et al. Citicoline improves verbal memory in aging. Arch Neurol 1996;53:441-8. PubMed
  2. Fioravanti M, Yanagi M. Cytidinediphosphocholine (CDP-choline) for cognitive and behavioural disturbances associated with chronic cerebral disorders in the elderly. Cochrane Database Syst Rev 2005;(2):CD000269. PubMed
  3. Conant R, Schauss AG. Therapeutic applications of citicoline for stroke and cognitive function in the elderly: A review of the literature. Altern Med Rev 2004;9:17-31.
  4. Warach, S., Pettigrew, L. C., Dashe, J. F., Pullicino, P., Lefkowitz, D. M., Sabounjian, L., Harnett, K., Schwiderski, U., and Gammans, R. Effect of citicoline on ischemic lesions as measured by diffusion-weighted magnetic resonance imaging. Citicoline 0 DOI
  5. Lukas, S. E., Kouri, E. M., Rhee, C., Madrid, A., and Renshaw, P. F. Effects of short-term citicoline treatment on acute cocaine intoxication and cardiovascular effects. Psychopharmacology.(Berl.) 2001;157(2):163-167. PubMed
  6. Dinsdale, J. R., Griffiths, G. K., Castello, J., Maddock, J., Ortiz, J. A., and Aylward, M. CDP-choline: repeated oral dose tolerance studies in adult healthy volunteers. Arzneimittelforschung. 1983;33(7A):1061-1065.
  7. Clark BC, Georgekutty J, Berul CI. Myocardial ischemia secondary to synthetic cannabinoid (K2) use in pediatric patients. J Pediatr 2015;167(3):757-61.e1. PubMed
  8. Ghajar A, Gholamian F, Tabatabei-Motlagh M, et al. Citicoline (CDP-choline) add-on therapy to risperidone for treatment of negative symptoms in patients with stable schizophrenia: a double-blind, randomized placebo-controlled trial. Hum Psychopharmacol. 2
  9. Castagna A, Manzo C, Fabbo A, Lacava R, Ruberto C, Ruotolo G. The CITIMERIVA Study: CITIcoline plus MEmantina plus RIVAstigmine in Older Patients Affected with Alzheimer's Disease. Clin Drug Investig. 2021 Feb;41(2):177-182. PubMed
  10. Jeong H, Yoon S, Sung YH, et al. Effects of cytidine-5'-diphosphate choline on gray matter volumes in methamphetamine-dependent patients: A randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled study. J Psychiatr Res 2021;143:215-221. PubMed
  11. Nakazaki E, Mah E, Sanoshy K, Citrolo D, Watanabe F. Citicoline and Memory Function in Healthy Older Adults: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled Clinical Trial. J Nutr 2021;151(8):2153-2160. PubMed

See these in context on the Citicoline monograph →

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DISCLAIMER: Currently this does not check for drug-drug interactions. This is not an all-inclusive comprehensive list of potential interactions and is for informational purposes only. Not all interactions are known or well-reported in the scientific literature, and new interactions are continually being reported. Input is needed from a qualified healthcare provider including a pharmacist before starting any therapy. Application of clinical judgment is necessary.

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