Guest guest Posted April 8, 2004 Report Share Posted April 8, 2004 Choline Generic Name: Choline (CO-leen)Drug Class: Supplements Drug Uses Choline is an essential nutrient, necessary to maintain cell membranes. It is also involved in the movement of fat in and out of cells and is necessary for normal brain functioning. It is used to treat liver disease, high cholesterol, depression, memory loss, Alzheimer's disease and schizophrenia, as well as for body building, delaying fatigue in endurance athletes, and for asthma.Top of page General Information This product has not been evaluated by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or purity. All potential risks and /or advantages of this product may not be known.Top of page How Drug Works Choline can be found in most cells, but seems to concentrate in nervous tissue. Dietary choline is required in addition to that normally synthesized by the body. Choline is necessary for the synthesis of cell membranes.Top of page How Taken Adequate to upper intake levels range from 500 mg daily to 3.5 grams daily, for adults. An average diet will supply from 200 to 600 mg daily.Top of page Possible Side Effects Choline has been reported to cause: stomach distress diarrhea vomiting sweating fishy body odorTop of page Warnings/Precautions Should not be taken in doses higher than 3.5 grams daily.Top of page Overdose Seek medical attention immediately. For non emergencies, contact your local or regional poison control center.Top of page Drug Interactions No known interactions are listed.Top of page Missed Dose There is no missed dose information available. Consult with your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider for additional information.Top of page Storage Follow package directions for proper storage. Keep away from heat, moisture or light.Top of page Pregnancy/Nursing Doses up to 3.5 grams daily appear to be safe during pregnancy or lactation.Top of page More Information For more information, talk to your doctor, pharmacist or health care provider.Top of page Copyright© 2004 PharmClips, Inc. All rights reserved. This information is not intended to cover all possible uses, directions, precautions, drug interactions, or adverse effects. This is general information and should not in any event be construed as specific instructions for individual patients. The publisher does not accept any responsibility for the accuracy of the information or the consequences arising from the application, use, or misuse of any of the information contained herein, including any injury and/or damage to any person or property as a matter of product liability, negligence, or otherwise. No warranty, expressed or implied, is made in regard to the contents of this material. The reader is advised to check with their health care provider before making any changes in their drug regimen. Field to search in: BothDrug NamesPatient Drug Monographs and or as a phrase Case-Sensitive Whole Words Only Search This Page Last Revised March 16, 2004 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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