Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine 4mg) is a generic version of popular branded antihistamine medications. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions. Due to constant increased energy intake and stimulation of growth hormone secretion, it stimulates the appetite too.
Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine)
Cipla Ltd
$4.25 – $8.70
Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine 4mg) is a generic version of popular branded medicines that belongs to a group called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms of inflammation as well as itching, swelling and rashes. It is also used to treat loss of appetite (need for food). It is an effective hunger stimulant.
In treatment of allergic conditions, Ciplactin prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation and symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It lowers your immune system’s response to these conditions so you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In appetite stimulant, Ciplactin increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of an individual. It promotes the desire to eat and therefore, it is a safe and effective way of managing undernutrition or malnutrition. It helps to treat loss of appetite and improves the nutritional status.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When should Ciplactin be avoided?
Before taking a Ciplactin tablet, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.
What is the dosage of Ciplactin?
A Ciplactin tablet can be taken with or without food and it is better to take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.
How should Ciplactin be taken?
Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ciplactin tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
What are the storage conditions for Ciplactin?
Store at room temperature 59-86°F (15-30°C).
Warnings & Precautions
Ciplactin should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Ciplactin may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Ciplactin may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
If you miss a dose of Ciplactin, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Possible Side-effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Possible side effects of Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine 4mg) include:
– Dizziness
– Headache
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Harmeet Kaur –
Very effective medicine for allergic swelling and itching. Have been using it for a long time now, and the impact is commendable.