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Cyptan is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet, Syrup. Anorexia Nervosa, Loss of appetite are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Cyptan have also been explained below.
The correct dosage of Cyptan depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cyptan as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Cyptan go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Cyptan is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Cyptan related warnings talks about Cyptan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Cyptan can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Cyptan in conditions like Peptic Ulcer. The section on Cyptan contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug interactions for Cyptan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Cyptan, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Cyptan 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 Cyptan safe for pregnant women?
Cyptan is safe for pregnant women.
Is the use of Cyptan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding can experience some moderate side effects of Cyptan. Immediately discontinue Cyptan if you observe any side effects. Contact your doctor, and restart using it only if your doctor considers it safe for you.
What is the effect of Cyptan on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Cyptan on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cyptan on the Liver?
Cyptan may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cyptan on the Heart?
Cyptan is rarely harmful for the heart.
Cyptan 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 Cyptan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cyptan habit forming or addictive?
Cyptan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Cyptan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cyptan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cyptan cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Cyptan
Taking Cyptan with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cyptan
Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Cyptan as it can have severe side effects.
Yes,Cyptan can increase appetite. The mechanism of increasing appetite of this medicine includes increasing energy intake through more eating and stimulation of growth hormone by deep sleep induction. Using Cyptan can improve the nutritional status in children with malnutrition.
Yes, Cyptan can be taken with Benadryl. No clinical interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between them. If you experience any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Cyptan 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.
Yes, Cyptan is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as difficulty in urinating, vision problem, and nervousness. If you experience the above-mentioned side effects after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.
Yes, Cyptan can be used for headache (migraine). Consult your doctor about possible risk of consuming this medicine for your condition.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
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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