Cyproheptadine+Tricholine Citrate

When should one not use Cyproheptadine+Tricholine Citrate

• If you are allergic to Cyproheptadine, Tricholine or any other component of this medicine.
• If you are using it for newborn or premature infants.
• If you have an eye condition such as glaucoma.
• If you have or had a stomach ulcer.
• If you have or had obstruction of stomach, intestine or bladder.
• If you have an active prostate disease.

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Constipation
• Altered coordination
• Confusion
• Rash
• Dryness of mouth, nose and throat

Other General Warnings

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

How Does It Work?

• Cyproheptadine acts by inhibiting the action of a chemical substance called 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.

Interactions with other medicines

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

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