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Seritol Drop is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Anorexia Nervosa, Loss of appetite. Seritol Drop also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Seritol Drop 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.
Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Seritol Drop can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Seritol Drop are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Seritol Drop's effect during pregnancy is Safe and Moderate while nursing. Warnings related to Seritol Drop's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Seritol Drop is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Peptic Ulcer as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Seritol Drop have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Seritol Drop may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Seritol Drop is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Seritol Drop 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
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Is the use of Seritol Drop safe for pregnant women?
There are no side effects of Seritol in pregnant women.
Is the use of Seritol Drop safe during breastfeeding?
Seritol 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 Seritol Drop on the Kidneys?
Seritol is not harmful for kidneys.
What is the effect of Seritol Drop on the Liver?
Side effects of Seritol rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Seritol Drop on the Heart?
Side effects of Seritol rarely affect the heart.
Seritol Drop 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 Seritol Drop unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Seritol Drop habit forming or addictive?
Seritol Drop is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Seritol Drop can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Seritol Drop only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Seritol Drop is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Seritol Drop
Taking Seritol Drop with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Seritol Drop
Taking alcohol with Seritol Drop can be dangerous.
No, Seritol is not a steroid. It is an antihistamine drug, most commonly used to treat allergic reactions.
Seritol 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.
Seritol 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).
Yes, Seritol can be taken with tylenol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
No, you can not buy Seritol over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking this medicine without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.
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