PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

Cyproheptadine 1.9 mg acts as an antihistamine and appetite stimulant by increasing appetite and reducing allergic responses.
Thiamine (Vitamin B1) 10 mg supports carbohydrate metabolism and normal nerve function.
Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) 5 mg supports energy production and cellular health.
Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) 2 mg supports amino acid metabolism and haemoglobin synthesis.
Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) 5 mcg supports red blood cell formation and neurological function.
Nicotinamide 10 mg supports energy metabolism and overall nutritional health.
Lysine 50 mg supports growth, protein synthesis, and appetite improvement.

Use / Indication

It is used as an appetite stimulant in children and adults with poor appetite.
It is used in undernutrition and failure to gain weight.
It is used in general weakness and fatigue due to nutritional deficiency.
It is used during recovery from illness or prolonged illness.
It is used to support growth and improve dietary intake.

Direction of Use

It is taken orally in a measured dose as prescribed by a healthcare provider.
It is usually taken before meals to stimulate appetite.
It should be used exactly as directed due to sedative effects of cyproheptadine.
It should not be self-medicated or taken in higher doses than prescribed.

Side Effects

It may cause drowsiness or sedation, especially at the beginning of therapy.
It may increase appetite leading to weight gain.
It may cause dry mouth, dizziness, or mild stomach upset.
It may cause constipation in some individuals.
Rarely, it may cause confusion, restlessness, or allergic reactions.

Warnings

It may cause significant drowsiness and reduce alertness.
It should be used cautiously in children and elderly patients.
It should be avoided in glaucoma, asthma, and urinary retention.
It should not be taken with alcohol or other sedative medicines.
Overuse may lead to excessive weight gain and anticholinergic effects.

Interactions

It may increase sedation when taken with alcohol or CNS depressants.
It may interact with antihistamines, sleeping pills, or anxiolytics.
It may interact with MAO inhibitors leading to enhanced side effects.
It may enhance anticholinergic effects when combined with similar drugs.

Cautions

It should be used only under medical supervision.
It should not replace a balanced diet or proper nutrition.
It should be used carefully in patients with liver or kidney disease.
It should be avoided in activities requiring alertness such as driving or operating machinery.