Ciplactin Plus Syrup 200ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Cyproheptadine 2 mg+Tricholine 275 mg
Manufacturer
Cipla Ltd
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTION ABOUT CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUPCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is a combination of Cyproheptadine and Tricholine Citrate, which belong to the groups of medicines called antihistamines and bile acid-binding agents, respectively. It is used to manage loss of appetite, weight loss and anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder). It is also used to manage weight gain in anti-tubercular and antiretroviral regimens. In children, it is used for gaining weight, having an inadequate dietary intake or loss of appetite or suffering from anaemia, liver disease or digestive disorders. It is also used to manage allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis, migraine, asthma and hepatic disorders. Appetite loss is a state in which an individual has no desire to eat food, which leads to a deficiency of essential and non-essential nutrients that are required for the proper metabolism and growth of the body. CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is not recommended for use in patients who have or had angle-closure glaucoma, stenosing peptic ulcer, symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy, bladder neck obstruction or pyloroduodenal obstruction. Alcohol should be avoided during CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP management because it may increase the CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP's action. Before taking this medicine, tell your physician if you have a history of bronchial asthma, increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease, liver problems, kidney problems or hypertension. CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is not recommended for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women. It should be recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). The most common
Uses
OF CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUPCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is used to manage the following: Loss of appetite weight loss Anorexia nervosa As an adjunct to anti-tubercular and antiretroviral regimens to gain weight In children to gain weight due to inadequate dietary intake or loss of appetite and also in children suffering from anemia, liver or digestive disorder Allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis Migraine Asthma Hepatic disorders
How It Works
CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP contain Cyproheptadine and Tricholine Citrate, where Cyproheptadine manages weight loss by reducing the effect of serotonin (a chemical messenger) in the hypothalamus that helps in regulating appetite and Tricholine Citrate is a bile acid-binding agent that works by removing the bile acids from the body, which results in the liver using cholesterol, leading to more production of bile acids, which causes a decreased cholesterol level in the body, resulting in weight gain.
Directions for Use
Take CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects
taking this medicine are drowsiness, dizziness, insomnia, blurred vision, loss of coordination, skin rash, gastrointestinal upset, nausea or vomiting. Contact your physician if the symptoms worsen. USES OF CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUPCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is used to manage the following: Loss of appetite weight loss Anorexia nervosa As an adjunct to anti-tubercular and antiretroviral regimens to gain weight In children to gain weight due to inadequate dietary intake or loss of appetite and also in children suffering from anemia, liver or digestive disorder Allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis Migraine Asthma Hepatic disorders HOW CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP WORKSCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP contain Cyproheptadine and Tricholine Citrate, where Cyproheptadine manages weight loss by reducing the effect of serotonin (a chemical messenger) in the hypothalamus that helps in regulating appetite and Tricholine Citrate is a bile acid-binding agent that works by removing the bile acids from the body, which results in the liver using cholesterol, leading to more production of bile acids, which causes a decreased cholesterol level in the body, resulting in weight gain. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP as advised by your physician. Shake well before use. Your physician will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUPCOMMON drowsiness dizziness sleeplessness blurred vision loss of coordination skin rash signs of gastrointestinal upset such as body chills, burning sensation, cramps, discomfort and diarrhea nausea vomiting constipation dry mouth RAREStop taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP and contact your physician immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: experience any other side effects or persistent problem
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Consult your physician for advice. BREASTFEEDINGCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Consult your physician for advice. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizziness or drowsiness after taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP since it may increase the risk of stomach problems. KIDNEYCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP should be used with caution if you have any kidney disease such as renal failure. Consult your physician for advice. LIVERCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with liver problems such as liver impairment. If you have any liver problems. Consult your physician for advice. ALLERGYTalk to your physician if you are allergic to Cyproheptadine, Tricholine citrate or any of the other ingredients in this medicine. LUNGSCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with a history of bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP. HEART DISEASECIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP should be used with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease. Consult your physician for advice. OTHERSCIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is not recommended for use if you: have or had angle-closure glaucoma (an eye disorder) have stenosing peptic ulcer have symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy (enlarged prostate gland) have bladder neck obstruction have signs of pyloroduodenal obstruction (gastric outlet obstruction) such as vomiting have high blood pressure Before taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP, inform your doctor if you: have increased intraocular pressure (pressure in the eye) have signs of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) such as unintentional weight loss, rapid heartbeat, irregular heartbeat have high blood pressure Use in Pediatrics: CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years of age). Consult your physician before taking it. Use in Geriatrics: CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP is generally not recommended for use in elderly patients unless it is indicated necessary for use. Consult your physician before taking.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CIPLACTIN PLUS SYRUP, inform your doctor, if you are taking any of the following medicine: medicine used to manage depression (Ex. monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAO)) other antidepressants such as hypnotics (Ex. quazepam), sedatives (Ex. barbiturates), tranquilizers (Ex. diazepam) antianxiety agents (medicines used to manage anxiety) such as alprazolam and chlordiazepoxide Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally took too much of this medicine, consult your physician immediately. The symptoms of overdosage are hallucinations, depression and fits. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cyproheptadine, Tricholine Citrate Pharmacological Category : Antihistamine, Bile acid-binding agent Therapeutic Indication : Loss of appetite, weight loss, anorexia nervosa, adjunct to anti-tubercular and antiretroviral regimens for weight gain, allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis, migraine, asthma and hepatic disorders, in children suffering from anemia, liver or digestive disorder Dosage Forms : Drops, Syrup, Liquid MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach from children Store at a room temperature
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DETAILSWritten By Dr. Dhivakaran R, BDS
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Last Updated
10 Dec 2022