Practin 4mg Tablet

• Practin 4 tablets are used to reduce symptoms of seasonal nasal allergies, such as sneezing (coming and going) and itchy nose.
• It is used to reduce eye allergy symptoms, such as teary eyes, conjunctivitis (red eyes), and itching.
• This medicine is used to reduce allergy symptoms such as skin rash, itching, and dermatographism (a condition in which lightly scratching the skin causes a red line).

• If you are allergic to cyproheptadine or other ingredients of Practin 4mg tablet.
• If you have stomach ulcers or a condition where the stomach emptying is blocked.
• If you are unable to urinate (occurs in the male patient due to increasing of the prostate gland).
• If you have narrow-angle glaucoma (high pressure in the eye).
• If you are using medicines like selegiline, and phenelzine.
• If you have other allergies.
• If you are breastfeeding.
• This medicine must not be given to new-born or premature babies, weak and elderly people.

• Dizziness
• Drowsiness
• Blurred vision
• Dry mouth
• Constipation
• Headache
• Weight gain
• Chills

Other General Warnings

• You have any preexisting medical condition such as heart disease, respiratory problems like asthma, high blood pressure, high levels of thyroid hormones, increased pressure inside the eye (glaucoma) etc.
• You have problems with the kidney, stomach or intestines.
• You have difficulty urinating due to increased prostate gland (which occurs in men).
• You are above 60 years, as elderly patients may be more prone to side effects like dizziness, giddiness and trouble breathing.
• This medicine, when given to children, may cause excitation. You must be careful while giving this medicine to children.

• Take with a glass of water, with or without food as directed by the doctor.
• Swallow it as a whole, do not break, cut or chew the medicine.
• Take it regularly and avoid consuming it more than prescribed by the doctor.

• Store below 25°C in a clean and dry place, protected from moisture, sunlight and heat.
• Keep it away from children and pets.

• Practin 4 tablet is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used to treat types of allergic reactions.
• Always be sure to take the right dosage as prescribed by a doctor. Taking too much can cause serious side effects.
• Take the tablet at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level in your body.
• Practin 4 tablets can be taken with or without food, but it is recommended to take them with a meal to help prevent stomach upset.
• If you experience any unusual symptoms or side effects while taking this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.
• Regular exercise can help improve overall health and reduce allergy symptoms.
• Get enough sleep to help your body function at its best and reduce the severity of allergy symptoms.

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How Does It Work?

• Practin 4 tablets contain the active ingredient cyproheptadine, an antihistamine and antiserotonergic medication. It works by inhibiting the action of histamine and serotonin, two chemical substances involved in allergic reactions and other physiological processes.
• Practin relieves allergy symptoms such as itching, sneezing, and a runny nose by blocking histamine's effects. It also has sedative properties, which can help with sleep disturbances caused by allergies.
• By inhibiting serotonin action, Practin 4 may have appetite-stimulating effects, making it useful in cases of appetite loss or failure to thrive. Practin 4 should only be used under medical supervision because it can have side effects and interact with other medications.

Interactions with other medicines

• Certain medicines can interfere with the action of Practin 4mg tablet if, taken at the same time. Please notify your doctor if you are undergoing any other treatments, over-the-counter medications (that you buy without a prescription) and herbal preparations.
• Especially if you are taking medicines for brain or mood-related disorders (MAO inhibitors) such as selegiline, and phenelzine, they extend and alter the effects of Cyproheptadine hydrochloride.
• This medicine may have effects like decreased rate of breathing, heart rate and giddiness when administered along with CNS depressants like hypnotics (zolpidem, zopiclone), sedatives (Clonazepam, Diazepam), tranquillizers (lorazepam, alprazolam), antianxiety (Citalopram, Sertraline).
• You must not use the medicine with other anti-allergic medications applied to the skin as they may cause an increase in the side effects.
• You must let the doctor or the laboratory person know that you are using meclizine while going for a lab test, as this medicine may interfere with the lab tests.
• Inform the doctor regarding other medicines, herbal preparation and supplements to avoid interaction with Practin 4mg tablet.

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