USES OF APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Cyproheptadine is used as an apetite enhancer . Cyproheptadine is also used as an antihistamine & Antiallergics , prescribed for allergic rhinitis. It blocks the action of histamine, which reduces allergy symptoms.

SIDE EFFECTS OF APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Slight to moderate drowsiness, fatigue; dry mouth, GI upsets, nausea; appetite increase, wt gain and impaired alertness.

DRUG INTERACTIONS OF APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Masks ototoxicity produced by aminoglycosides and antibiotics. Potentially Fatal: Potentiate CNS depressant actions of alcohol, barbiturates, sedatives, opioid analgesics and neuroleptics. Additive antimuscarinic action with MAOIs, atropine and tricyclic antidepressants.

CONTRAINDICATIONS OF APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Narrow-angle glaucoma; acute asthmatic attack; bladder neck obstruction; stenosing peptic ulcer; GIT obstruction; MAOIs therapy; hypersensitivity; neonates, lactation.

MECHANISM OF ACTION OF APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Cyproheptadine is a sedating antihistamine with antimuscarinic, serotonin-antagonist and calcium-channel blocking properties. It competes for H1-receptor sites on effector cells in the GIT, blood vessels and resp tract. It is used as an appetite stimulant in some countries. Absorption: Absorbed from the GIT (oral). Metabolism: Completely hepatic. Excretion: Via urine (as conjugates); via faeces.

SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS FOR APETAMIN SYRUP 200ML:
Elderly; epilepsy; tasks requiring mental alertness; symptomatic prostate hypertrophy; epilepsy; alcoholism; pregnancy.

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