Aptimust Syrup

Aptimust Syrup is primarily used to treat loss of appetite. It is a combination medicine. One of the active constituent is an antihistamine used as a appetite stimulant. This medicine must not be given to the people who have-

• Narrow-angle glaucoma,
• Enlarged prostate,
• Peptic ulcer,
• bladder, stomach, or bowel blockage.

If you are taking or have taken within the last 14 days a monoamine oxidase inhibitor, do not take this medicine. Keep your doctor informed about your medical conditions and other medications you are taking during this treatment.

Aptimust Syrup could be taken with or without food, in the prescribed dose and duration, as adviced by your doctor. Dosage of Aptimust Syrup may vary depending on the patients clinical condition and how it will respond.

Self-medication or suggesting your medication to anyother person must not be supported. Adjustment of dose might be needed in patients suffering from hepatic or renal impairment. Patient must consult to the doctor before dosing himself with it.

• Loss Of Appetite

• Peptic Ulcer

• Hypersensitivity

• Constipation

• Dry Mouth

• Drowsiness

• Sleepiness

• Blurred Vision

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Caution must be practiced as Aptimust Syrup may cause drowsiness if taken along with it. Consult your doctor before consuming liquor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Pregnant women must consult doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Patient might experience side effects affecting their consciousness. This might affect the patients ability to drive.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution should be used in patients with impaired renal function.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  This medicine causes side effects that affect the alertness of the patient, thus driving must be avoided.

• Does this affect liver function?

  Limited information is available on the use of Aptimust Syrup in patients with liver disease. Kindly consult your doctor before taking it.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case if overdose.

This medication has many uses, the most important of which is its action as an antihistamine, anticholinergic and local anesthetic. It helps in removing bile acids from the body. Due to this, the liver tends to produce more bile acids in the body so that the cholesterol can be lowered down. And also works as a diuretic and laxative by retaining water in the large intestines and inducing peristalsis which stimulates bowel movement.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  This medication interacts with Aminoglycosides, Antibiotics, Atropine, Barbiturates, Monoamine oxidase inhibitors, Neuroleptics, Opioid Analgesics.

• Ques : What are the uses of Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : Aptimust Syrup is primarily used to treat loss of appetite.

• Ques : In what conditions Aptimust Syrup is not recommended?

  Ans : This medicine must not be given to the people who have Narrow-angle glaucoma, Enlarged prostate, Peptic ulcer, bladder, stomach, or bowel blockage.

• Ques : Can the use of Aptimust Syrup cause dryness in the mouth?

  Ans : Yes, it can cause dryness in the mouth. It is advised to drink plenty of water while consumption of Aptimust Syrup. You can also use lip-balm if the lips feel dry too.

• Ques : Can the use of Aptimust Syrup cause dizziness?

  Ans : In some patients, consumption of Aptimust Syrup could cause dizziness, feeling faint, lightheaded, unsteady or weakness. If this is the situation, the patient is advised to take a good rest until he/she feels better. Driving/usage of machinery is not advised.

• Ques : What is the recommended storage condition for Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : It should be kept safe in the container it is already packed in. It should be stored according to the instructions mentioned on the packaging. Unused packaging must be disposed of. It should be kept away from children and pets.

• Ques : What are the dosage instructions for Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : The dose and duration for any medication depends on the patient’s medical condition. Consult your doctor to know the dosage instructions as it varies from one individual to another.

• Ques : Is Aptimust Syrup safe for the kidneys?

  Ans : Kidney patients must be cautious while consuming Aptimust Syrup. Adjustment of dosage may be needed. Patients must consult the doctor before using it.

• Ques : Can I drive after taking Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : Patients may experience dizziness, sedation or hypotension after consuming Aptimust Syrup. Because of these side-effects, do not drive after taking this medicine.

• Ques : Should Aptimust Syrup be taken with/without food?

  Ans : Aptimust Syrup can be taken with or without food, in the prescribed dose and duration, as advised by your doctor.

• Ques : Any advice for consumption of alcohol, while taking Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : Aptimust Syrup causes dizziness. Combining it with alcohol may cause excessive drowsiness.

• Ques : What are the side-effects of Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : A patient can suffer from the following side effects including constipation, dry mouth, drowsiness, sleepiness, blurred vision, etc.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Aptimust Syrup before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Aptimust Syrup?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.