Cyp App Tablets

Cyp App Tablets contains cyproheptadine that belongs to a class of antihistamine (anti-allergy) medicines. It is used to treat different types of allergic reactions. Inform the doctor if you are pregnant, planning a pregnancy or are breastfeeding and regarding the medicines and supplements you take and the conditions or diseases you suffer from, before starting the medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

• An overdose of the medicine may cause sleepiness, dizziness, confusion, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, shaking, fits, hallucinations, dry mouth, fixed or widened pupils, redness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, constipation.
• In addition to the above symptoms, an overdose of the medicine may cause trouble in breathing, heart failure in newborn or young babies.

Missed a Dose

• If you have missed taking a dose of Cyp App Tablets , take it as soon as you remember.
• If it's time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with the regular dose schedule.
• Avoid taking a double dose to compensate for the missed one.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

The body produces natural substances named histamine and serotonin during an allergic reaction. Cyproheptadine blocks the release of histamine and serotonin, thus aids to provide relief from allergic conditions.

Directions for Use

• Take as directed by the doctor.
• Swallow as a whole with a glass of water, with or without food. Do not cut, break or chew the medicine.
• Take it at the same time every day for optimal results and avoid consuming it more than prescribed by the doctor

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I take Cyp App Tablets during pregnancy?

You must consult the doctor before using the Cyp App Tablets as there is little information about its safety during pregnancy. The doctor prescribes you the medicine if considered essential after assessing the benefits over risks.

Breast Feeding

Can I take Cyp App Tablets while breastfeeding?

It is unknown if cyproheptadine passes into human milk, avoid it while breastfeeding. Consult the doctor before using the medicine.

Driving

Can I drive if I have consumed Cyp App Tablets ?

The medicine may make you dizzy and feel sleepy, avoid driving if you do not feel well or are unable to be alert.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Cyp App Tablets ?

Avoid consuming alcohol while taking Cyp App Tablets , as it may increase the side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any heart diseases, high blood pressure.
• You have bronchial asthma, thyroid.
• You have increased pressure inside the eye.
• You have problems with the kidney, stomach or intestines.
• You suffer difficulty in urinating due to expanded prostate gland (occurs in men).
• You are above 60 years, as elderly patients may be more prone to side effects like dizziness, giddiness and trouble breathing.
• Cyp App Tablets , when given to children, may cause excitation. You must be careful while giving the medicine to young children.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to cyproheptadine or other ingredients of Cyp App Tablets .
• 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 growth of the prostate gland).
• If you have narrow-angle glaucoma (high pressure in the eye).
• If you are taking medicines like selegiline, phenelzine.
• If you have other allergies.
• If you are breastfeeding.

Side effects

• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Headache
• Dizziness
• Fatigue

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Cyp App Tablets works or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements or herbals that you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder. Avoid using 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 the medicine may interfere with the lab tests.

Storage and disposal

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What must I let my healthcare expert know before taking the medicine?

• Discuss with the doctor the detailed medical and surgical history.
• Discuss with the doctor if you have liver or kidney disease.
• Discuss with the doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding or planning to have a baby.
• It may interact with other medicines, inform the doctor if you are taking other medicines, including supplements or herbal products. Discuss with the doctor if you are stopping the medicine.

Is Cyp App Tablets addictive?

No, Cyp App Tablets is not addictive. It is used as per dose and duration prescribed by the doctor.

Can I take Cyp App Tablets for weight gain?

No, Cyp App Tablets is not to be used for weight gain. This capsule is used to treat allergic conditions such as a runny or stuffed nose, watery eye, skin rash, etc.