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Cyprosine 2Mg Drop

Manufacturer :  Libra Drugs India
Medicine Composition :  Cyproheptadine
Prescription vs OTC : Prescription by Doctor required

About Cyprosine 2Mg Drop

Cyprosine 2Mg Drop is primarily prescribed for the treatment of Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis and other allergic symptoms including urticaria. The dosage is based on your age, weight, medical condition, body size and response to treatment.

Cyprosine 2Mg Drop is an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms caused by seasonal allergies, food or blood such as watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or itching eyes or nose. It works by blocking natural substances like serotonin and histamine that your body makes during an allergic reaction. It also treats mild, uncomplicated hives.

During treatment with this medicine, you may experience drowsiness, constipation, dizziness, blurred vision, or dry mouth, nose or throat as side effects. Some people may also experience serious side effects like mood changes, shaking, seizures, difficulty urinating and irregular heartbeat. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rarely seen.

This medicine is not prescribed for people who have an allergic reaction to it, women who are breast-feeding, a newborn baby or premature infant, an elderly person, those who have narrow-angle glaucoma, an enlarged prostate, a peptic ulcer or 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.

Do not use in neonates, safety and efficacy have not been established in children <2 years of age; symptomatic prostate hypertrophy. Cyprosine 2Mg Drop are more likely to cause dizziness, excessive sedation, syncope, toxic confusion states, and hypotension in the elderly.

In case reports, Cyprosine 2Mg Drop has promoted weight gain in anorexic adults, though it has not been specifically studied in the elderly. All cases of weight loss or decreased appetite should be adequately assessed.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the uses of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop

    • Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis

    • Perennial Allergic Rhinitis

    • Other Allergic Conditions

    • Urticaria

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the contraindications of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop ?

    • Hypersensitivity

    • Narrow Angle Glaucoma

    • Bladder Neck Obstruction

    • Monoamine Oxidase (MAO) Inhibitors

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the side effects of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop ?

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    Key highlights of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop

    • Is It safe with alcohol?

      Cyprosine 2Mg Drop may cause excessive drowsiness and calmness with alcohol.

    • Are there any pregnancy warnings?

      Cyprosine 2Mg Drop is probably safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effect on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. Please consult your doctor.

    • Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

      Cyprosine 2Mg Drop 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.

    • Does this affect kidney function?

      Caution should be used in patients with impaired renal function.

    • Does this affect liver function?

      Dosage should be reduced in patients with significant hepatic dysfunction. Kindly consult your doctor.

    • What is the onset of action?

      The action of the medicine is initiated within 60 minutes after its administration.

    • How long is the duration of effect?

      The effect of this medicine will remain active for about 8 - 12 hours after its administration.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the substitutes for Cyprosine 2Mg Drop ?

    Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Cyprosine 2Mg Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    What are the dosage instructions?

    • Are there any missed dose instructions?

      If you miss a dose of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

    Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

    How does this medication work?

    The mechanism of action of the medicine remains uncertain at this point of time, even though some experiments have been performed on rats to determine the same.

      Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Internal Medicine Specialist before using this medicine.

      What are the interactions of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop ?

      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 Alcohol

        Alcohol causes an additive CNS effects, thus must be avoided while taking this medicine.
      • Interaction with Lab Test

        Following lab test might get a false report:
        • Diagnostic antigen skin tests
        • Amylases (S) get increased
        • Fasting glucose (S) get decreased.
      • Interaction with Medicine

        Increased toxicity: MAO inhibitors may lead to hallucinations.
      • Interaction with Disease

        • Do not use in neonates, safety and efficacy have not been established in children <2 years of age; symptomatic prostate hypertrophy; antihistamines are more likely to cause dizziness, excessive sedation, syncope, toxic confusion states, and hypotension in the elderly. In case reports, Cyprosine 2Mg Drop has promoted weight gain in anorexic adults, though it has not been specifically studied in the elderly. All cases of weight loss or decreased appetite should be adequately assessed.
        • Hypersensitivity to Cyprosine 2Mg Drop or any component; narrow-angle glaucoma, bladder neck obstruction, acute asthmatic attack, stenosing peptic ulcer, GI tract obstruction. Avoid use in premature and term newborns due to potential association with SIDS.

      FAQs about Cyprosine 2Mg Drop

      • Ques : What is Cyprosine 2Mg Drop?

        Ans : Cyprosine 2Mg Drop is an antihistamine that works blocking natural substances like serotonin and histamine in the body.

      • Ques : What are the uses of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop?

        Ans : It is used to relieve allergy symptoms caused by seasonal allergies such as watery eyes, sneezing, runny nose or itching eyes or nose.

      • Ques : What are the side effects of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop?

        Ans : Sleepiness is the most common side effect of this drug.

      • Ques : Is Cyprosine 2Mg Drop used to gain weight/for headaches?

        Ans : No, this medication is only used to cure allergies. Patients should not take it for headache or weight issues.

      • Ques : Is Cyprosine 2Mg Drop a narcotic/antihistamine/anticholinergic/steroid?

        Ans : Cyprosine 2Mg Drop comes under the classification of antihistaminic drugs. It is not a narcotic or steroid.

      • Ques : Is Cyprosine 2Mg Drop over the counter medicine?

        Ans : No, this medication is only available with doctor's prescription.

      • Ques : Is Cyprosine 2Mg Drop safe?

        Ans : The drug is completely safe, however make sure you consume it only in recommended doses.

      • Ques : Can I take Cyprosine 2Mg Drop with Benadryl/Tylenol/ibuprofen?

        Ans : Avoid consuming them together as these drugs can interact with each other and might alter the effects of Cyprosine 2Mg Drop.

      • Ques : Does Cyprosine 2Mg Drop get you high/make you gain weight/increase appetite/make you hungry?

        Ans : Cyprosine 2Mg Drop only causes sleepiness in some individuals. Other than this, no other side effects are reported as of now.

      • Ques : Does Cyprosine 2Mg Drop affect birth control?

        Ans : Studies reveal that this medication does not affect birth control. However, consult a doctor and follow his/her advice on it.

      • Ques : Does Cyprosine 2Mg Drop have codeine/acetaminophen in it?

        Ans : No, Cyprosine 2Mg Drop does not contain codeine/acetaminophen in it.

      References

      • Cyproheptadine- Drug Information Portal [Internet]. druginfo.nlm.nih.gov. 2021 [Cited 25 Nov 2021]. Available from:

        https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/cyproheptadine

      • CYPROHEPTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE tablet- Daily Med [Internet]. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov. 2010 [Cited 25 Nov 2021]. Available from:

        https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=296bb339-8e09-4c51-aad5-f49aefa33f16

      • Cyproheptadine - DrugBank [Internet]. Drugbank.ca. 2021 [cited 3 December 2021]. Available from:

        https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00434

      Disclaimer : The information produced here is best of our knowledge and experience and we have tried our best to make it as accurate and up-to-date as possible, but we would like to request that it should not be treated as a substitute for professional advice, diagnosis or treatment.

      Lybrate is a medium to provide our audience with the common information on medicines and does not guarantee its accuracy or exhaustiveness. Even if there is no mention of a warning for any drug or combination, it never means that we are claiming that the drug or combination is safe for consumption without any proper consultation with an expert.

      Lybrate does not take responsibility for any aspect of medicines or treatments. If you have any doubts about your medication, we strongly recommend you to see a doctor immediately.
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