Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate

Uses	Appetite stimulant
Therapy	Appetite Stimulant
Side Effects	Sedation, dizziness, dry mouth, rash, vertigo

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Molecule Description

Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate is an appetite stimulant. It contains a combination of cyproheptadine, tricholine and sorbitol as its active ingredients. It is used for the treatment of loss of appetite and weight loss. It works by inhibiting the action of the chemical substance serotonin that acts as an appetite suppressant, thus increasing hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirement. It promotes the desire to eat in undernourished and malnourished people. Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate should not be used in children below 1 year of age. Inform your doctor if you are on any other medicine or have medical conditions. If you experience any other undesired effects such as dizziness, sleepiness, dry mouth, altered coordination and confusion after consuming this medicine and if these symptoms get worse reach out to your doctor.

Uses

Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate is used for treating loss of appetite, weight loss and also as an adjuvant to antiretroviral and anti-tubercular medicines for weight gain.

Contraindications

When should one not use Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate

If you are allergic to Cyproheptadine, Tricholine, Sorbitol or any other component of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate.
If you are using it for new born or premature infants.
If you have eye condition such as glaucoma.
If you have or had stomach ulcer.
If you have or had obstruction of stomach, intestine or bladder.
If you have active prostate disease.

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Sedation
Dizziness
Altered coordination
Confusion
Rash, urticaria
Blurred vision, vertigo
Dry mouth

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

The use of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate is not recommended during pregnancy unless prescribed by the doctor and is considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

The use of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate is not recommended while breastfeeding, unless prescribed by the doctor after considering it to be necessary particularly during breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you are nursing mother.

Driving

If you experience dizziness, drowsiness or blurry vision after taking Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate, avoid driving.

Alcohol

Alcohol should not be consumed with Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate. It may increase the side effect profile and cause excessive drowsiness and dizziness. Talk to your doctor if you consume it often.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

You have respiratory condition such as asthma.
You have eye condition such as increased ocular pressure.
You have hyperthyroid (overactive thyroid), increased blood pressure, heart disease.
You experience any side effect after taking Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate.
Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate should not be used in children below 1 year of age.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate contains Cyproheptadine, Tricholine and Sorbitol.
Cyproheptadine acts by inhibiting the action of chemical substance serotonin in the body, which works as an appetite suppressant.
Tricholine citrate removes bile acids from the body, thereby converting the fats into good cholesterol, thus lowering the cholesterol levels.
Sorbitol acts as a syrup base and also as an osmotic laxative to relieve constipation.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Concurrent use of medicines such as tranylcypromine, isocarboxazid, selegiline with Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate can increase the action of these medicines.
Concurrent use of sedative or antianxiety medicines such as zolpidem, alprazolam, diazepam with Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate should be done with caution.
Discuss with your doctor about any other medicine, herbal preparation and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any possible interactions.

Dosage

Overdose

If you have taken too much of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate then contact your doctor or reach out to the nearest hospital immediately.

Missed a Dose

If you missed any dose of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate take it as soon as you remember. If it's time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dose schedule. Do not take a double dose of medicine to compensate for the missed one.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate is used as an appetite enhancer. It increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of an individual and thus, promotes the desire to eat.

Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate contains three main components - Cyproheptadine, Tricholine and Sorbitol. Cyproheptadine acts by inhibiting the action of the chemical substance serotonin in the body, which works as an appetite suppressant. Tricholine citrate removes bile acids from the body, thereby converting the fats into good cholesterol, thus lowering the cholesterol levels. Sorbitol acts as a syrup base and also as an osmotic laxative to relieve constipation.

You should take Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate either with or without food as recommended by the doctor. The dose and frequency will be depending on your condition and how you respond to the medicine.

The composition of Cyproheptadiene Hcl+Tricholine Citrate includes a combination of cyproheptadine, tricholine and sorbitol as its active ingredients. It is used for the treatment of loss of appetite and weight loss.