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D Cypro Tablet is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Anorexia Nervosa, Loss of appetite are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of D Cypro Tablet have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of D Cypro Tablet depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Some other side effects of D Cypro Tablet have been listed ahead. Such side effects of D Cypro Tablet normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, D Cypro Tablet's effect is Safe during pregnancy and Moderate for lactating mothers. Warnings related to D Cypro Tablet's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer must refrain from the use of D Cypro Tablet since this can cause severe adverse effects. Other contraindications of D Cypro Tablet have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for D Cypro Tablet have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for D Cypro Tablet, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
D Cypro Tablet is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Is the use of D Cypro Tablet safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women can take D Cypro safely.
Is the use of D Cypro Tablet safe during breastfeeding?
D Cypro can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.
What is the effect of D Cypro Tablet on the Kidneys?
D Cypro is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of D Cypro Tablet on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of D Cypro on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of D Cypro Tablet on the Heart?
D Cypro may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
D Cypro Tablet should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take D Cypro Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this D Cypro Tablet habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to D Cypro Tablet.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking D Cypro Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as D Cypro Tablet can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume D Cypro Tablet only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, D Cypro Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and D Cypro Tablet
It is safe to take D Cypro Tablet with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and D Cypro Tablet
Taking alcohol with D Cypro Tablet can be dangerous.
Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.
D Cypro works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives). It also acts as a serotonin antagonist which stimulate the appetite center in the brain. hence in this way, it also increases the weight. People often used it for weight gain (off-label use).
D Cypro can be taken orally with or without food, usually 2- 3 times in a day as directed by a doctor. Take it every day at the same time. Follow all direction and instruction given by a doctor while taking this medicine.
Avoid taking D Cypro with zyrtec because it may increase side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in breathing if taken together. If you are taking these two medicines together and feeling drowsy and difficulty breathing, then you are recommended not to drive or use heavy machinery. Please consult your doctor if you experience any unwanted side- effects.
Yes, D Cypro can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that there will not be any side effect. If you feel any discomfort when taking this medicine do not hesitate to report to your doctor.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyproheptadine HCI
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 174