Description
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + Tricholine Citrate
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate is classified under a class of drugs known as ‘appetite enhancers’ for which it is utilized to induce appetite as well as correct alimentary tract and metabolism issues. Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate facilitates treatment of insufficient appetite, weight loss, and anorexia nervosa (a disease involving underweight due to eating disorders). Apart from this, it is also used in underweight children with poor dietary intake, appetite loss, anaemia, disorder of the liver/digestive system, and as an additional adjunct to anti-tubercular (anti-TB drugs) and antiretroviral (anti-HIV drugs) therapy for gaining weight.
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + Tricholine Citrate is a combination of two drugs, i.e., Cyproheptadine hydrochloride (antihistamine/antiallergic) and Tricholine citrate (bile acid binder). Cyproheptadine hydrochloride acts by inhibiting the action of a chemical messenger located in the hypothalamus known as serotonin, thus stimulating appetite. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid-binding agent that acts by removing the excess bile acid, hence making the liver synthesize more bile acid using cholesterol; this decreases the body fat level.
Benefits:
- Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate is used for loss of appetite, weight reduction, and anorexia nervosa.
- Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate is also used for underweight children with poor dietary intake, loss of appetite, anaemia, liver or gastrointestinal disorders.
- Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate acts to stimulate appetite, maintain weight gain, offer useful hepatoprotective action, and improve protein synthesis.
Uses:
Cyproheptadine + Tricholine Citrate is an appetite stimulant. Cyproheptadine and tricholine citrate, which restore appetite. Cyproheptadine is an appetite stimulant. It relaxes the action of serotonin in the hypothalamus, a region of the brain that controls appetite. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid binding agent. It depletes bile acids from the body.
Directions to Use:
- Take the appropriate amount of this syrup as recommended by your doctor.
- Shake the bottle well before drinking this syrup.
- Don’t take an overdose of this syrup.
- Keep this syrup in a cool place; don’t put it in front of direct sunlight.
Dosage:
Apply this medicine in the proper amount as recommended by your health expert. Overdoses of this medicine lead to a lot of other issues.
Storage:
Keep this syrup in a cool and dry place, and do not store this syrup within children’s and pets’ reach.
Side Effects:
- Dry mouth
- Drowsiness
- Confusion
- Ataxia
Precautions:
- Cyproheptadine + Tricholine Citrate stimulates your appetite.
- It can cause dizziness and drowsiness. Drive carefully or do anything that demands concentration after using it.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication because it causes too much drowsiness and raises your risk of stomach issues.
- Dry mouth can occur as a side effect. Sucking on sugarless candy, frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, and adequate fluid intake may prevent this.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ):
Q. How does Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate work?
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + tricholine Citrate aids in the promotion of appetite, maintains weight gain, offers effective hepatoprotective action, and improves protein synthesis.
Q. Does Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + Tricholine Citrate lead to dry mouth?
Dry mouth may be a side effect of Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride + Tricholine Citrate. Restricting caffeine, staying away from smoking and alcohol-containing mouthwashes, taking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free candy/gum may induce saliva and thus avoid dry mouth.
