CYPON Tablet 10's

Allergies (756)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Cyproheptadine 4 mg

Manufacturer

Geno Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Variant

10 Tablet(s) in a Strip

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

CYPON TABLET contains cyproheptadine, which belongs to the group of medicines called Antihistamines. It is used in the management of allergic conditions such as seasonal and perineal rhinitis, hay fever, skin rashes, and allergic conjunctivitis. Perennial rhinitis refers to specific allergens that cause an allergic reaction year-round, such as pet hair or dander, food allergies, or medicines. Whereas, seasonal allergies typically occur with weather changes or environmental changes such as pollen, insects, moisture, dryness, fungi, mold, etc. CYPON TABLET is not recommended for debilitated patients above 65 years of age with renal, hepatic, or cardiac conditions. CYPON TABLET must be used in pregnant women only if recommended by your doctor. It is not recommended for use in breastfeeding mothers. The medicine should be used with caution in adolescents and children (above 7 years of age) only. Consult your doctor before taking it. The most common

Uses

OF CYPON TABLETManages allergic conditions in children (above 7 years of age) and adults, such as: seasonal (occurring during a specific season) and perennial rhinitis (occurring year-round) vasomotor rhinitis (reoccurring inflammation of the mucous membrane in the nose) allergic conjunctivitis (eye inflammation caused by allergy) urticaria (hives) and angioedema (swelling beneath the skin) amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma (allergic severe reactions after blood or plasma transfusions) cold urticaria (skin reaction to cold) dermatographia (a condition causing raised red lines after a scratch) It is also used as adjuvant therapy for serious allergic reactions

How It Works

CYPON TABLET manages allergic reactions by binding with certain receptors and blocking them from binding with histamine in the body. Histamine is a mediator found in our body that is responsible for causing allergic symptoms (such as inflammation, itching and irritation etc.) as a response to allergic conditions. Thereby, providing us relief from the allergic condition.

Directions for Use

Take CYPON TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken independent of meals. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew CYPON TABLET. Your doctor will decide the correct dose, frequency and duration of the management for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition.

Side Effects

the symptoms worsen. USES OF CYPON TABLETManages allergic conditions in children (above 7 years of age) and adults, such as: seasonal (occurring during a specific season) and perennial rhinitis (occurring year-round) vasomotor rhinitis (reoccurring inflammation of the mucous membrane in the nose) allergic conjunctivitis (eye inflammation caused by allergy) urticaria (hives) and angioedema (swelling beneath the skin) amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma (allergic severe reactions after blood or plasma transfusions) cold urticaria (skin reaction to cold) dermatographia (a condition causing raised red lines after a scratch) It is also used as adjuvant therapy for serious allergic reactions HOW CYPON TABLET WORKSCYPON TABLET manages allergic reactions by binding with certain receptors and blocking them from binding with histamine in the body. Histamine is a mediator found in our body that is responsible for causing allergic symptoms (such as inflammation, itching and irritation etc.) as a response to allergic conditions. Thereby, providing us relief from the allergic condition. DIRECTIONS FOR USETake CYPON TABLET as advised by your physician. It can be taken independent of meals. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew CYPON TABLET. Your doctor will decide the correct dose, frequency and duration of the management for you depending upon your age, body weight, and disease condition. SIDE EFFECTS OF CYPON TABLETCOMMON dizziness, drowsiness confusion, agitation urinary retention tachycardia facial flushing hyperpyrexia (high temperature) dry mucous membrane dilated pupil constipation seizures athetosis (involuntary movement of limbs) hallucination, delirium weight gain loss of appetite RARE hepatotoxicity Stop taking CYPON TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: central nervous system: disturbed coordination, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, tremor, irritability, insomnia, paraesthesia (tickling sensation), neuritis (inflammation of the nerve), euphoria (mood swings), hysteria (mental disorder), and faintness skin layer: rash and swelling, excessive sweating, a rash with a severe itch, photosensitivity special senses: acute labyrinthitis (inflammation of the inner ear), blurred vision, double vision, vertigo (spinning sensation), tinnitus (ringing in the ears) cardiovascular: hypotension, palpitation, tachycardia, extrasystoles (additional heartbeat), severe allergic shock hematologic: haemolytic anaemia, leukopenia (low white blood cells), agranulocytosis (high risk of infection), thrombocytopenia (low platelets in the blood) digestive system: cholestasis (type of liver disease), liver failure, hepatitis (inflammation of the liver), liver function abnormality, dryness of mouth, epigastric distress (pain on the upper stomach), anorexia (eating disorder), nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation, jaundice genitourinary: urinary frequency, difficult urination, menses respiratory: dryness of nose and throat, thickening of bronchial secretions, tightness of chest and wheezing

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYCYPON TABLET must be used in pregnant women only if recommended by your doctor. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. BREASTFEEDINGCYPON TABLET is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any machines if you feel dizzy or feel that your mental alertness or motor coordination is affected after taking CYPON TABLET. ALCOHOLAvoid consumption of alcohol while taking CYPON TABLET because it causes an additive effect, making you feel dizzy or drowsy. KIDNEYCYPON TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. LIVERCYPON TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. ALLERGYDo not take CYPON TABLET if you are allergic to cyproheptadine. LUNGSCYPON TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with a history of bronchial asthma. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. HEART DISEASECYPON TABLET should be taken with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease and hypertension. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. OTHERSCYPON TABLET is not recommended for use if you are suffering from: angle-closure glaucoma peptic ulcer prostatic hypertrophy or bladder neck obstruction (enlargement of the prostate gland) intestinal obstruction (pyloroduodenal) Before taking CYPON TABLET, inform your doctor if you are suffering from: increased intraocular pressure (eye pressure) hyperthyroidism Use in paediatrics: CYPON TABLET should be used with caution in children above 7 years of age and adolescents (under 18 years of age). Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET. Use in geriatrics: CYPON TABLET is not recommended in debilitated elderly patients aged over 60 years and above with decreased hepatic, renal or cardiac function. Consult your doctor before taking CYPON TABLET.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions: Before taking CYPON TABLET, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicine medicines used to manage depression such as MAO inhibitors (Mono Amine Oxidase inhibitors) (Ex. selegiline) other depressants such as CNS depressants (Ex. barbiturates) medicine used as sedatives (Ex. diazepam) medicines used as hypnotics (Ex. zopiclone) medicines used as tranquillizers to manage mental disturbances (Ex. alprazolam) anti-anxiety medicine used to manage anxiety (Ex. clonazepam) Overdosage: If you or anyone else have accidentally taken too much of CYPON TABLET, consult your doctor immediately or visit the nearby hospital. In children, it could cause diminishing mental alertness and sometimes cause excitation, whereas in adults, it could cause symptoms such as dry mouth, fixed dilated pupils, flushing and gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhoea, vomiting, etc. SYNOPSIS Drug : Cyproheptadine Pharmacological Category : Antihistamines Therapeutic Indication : Manages symptoms associated with allergic conditions Dosage Forms : Tablets, capsules, syrup, drops MORE INFORMATION Keep out of reach from children Store at room temperature

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01 Oct 2022

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