Ciplactin 4 Mg

Description

What is Ciplactin 4 mg?

Ciplactin 4 mg belongs to the class of medications known as antihistamines.

The active ingredient in each 4 mg Ciplactin tablet is Cyproheptadine. It cures numerous allergic symptoms and stimulates appetite.

These tablets relieve the symptoms associated with Allergic Reactions, such as Congestion, Inflammation, Itching, Hives, Watery Eyes, Sneezing, etc.

Use of Ciplactin tablet

Cyproheptadine tablets can be used in the treatment of :

Appetite stimulant

Ciplactin tablet benefits in boosting appetite by continuously increasing a person’s energy needs. It is a safe and effective treatment for malnutrition and undernutrition.

Allergic reactions

The Ciplactin Tablet prevents the release of chemicals that cause inflammation and symptoms such as a runny or stuffy nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes.

It can be used to treat a variety of inflammatory and allergy disorders.

It reduces your immune response to such ailments.

Therefore, you should avoid contact with ill or diseased individuals.

How does Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine) work?

4 mg of Ciplactin is an antihistamine.

It suppresses the chemical messengers responsible for inflammation, congestion, and other allergic responses.

Ciplactin 4 mg is also used to gain weight.

The gradual rise in caloric intake and the stimulation of growth hormone production stimulate hunger.

Dosage

Keep the following instructions in mind for taking Ciplactin-4mg:

• Take this medication according to the dosage and period suggested by your doctor
• This drug may be necessary on days when you encounter symptoms, or you may need to take it everyday to prevent symptoms
• If you stop taking it early, your symptoms could recur
• Not to be chewed, broken, or crushed
• Taking Ciplactin Tablet with or without food is permissible, although it is best to take it at a predetermined time

Note: Make sure not to drive after taking this medication, as it can make you feel dizzy.

Overdose

This medication’s overdose may result in symptoms such as sleepiness, dizziness, anxiety, restlessness, excitation, agitation, shaking, seizures, hallucinations, dry mouth, etc.

Apart from the symptoms listed above, an overdose of this medication may cause difficulty breathing and heart failure.

If you suffer any symptoms or suspect you’ve taken too much of this medication, contact your doctor or the local hospital immediately.

Missed dose

Never miss a dose, as this could result in treatment failure.

If you forget to take Cyproheptadine tablets, take them as soon as you remember.

If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missing dose and resume your regular dosing schedule.

Do not increase the dose of the medication to make up for a missed one.

Ciplactin 4 mg (Cyproheptadine) Side effects 

Generally, Ciplactin tablet 4mg is safe to use.

However, a few patients may experience side effects like:

• Fatigue
• Dry mouth
• Fever
• Skin rash, itching
• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea, constipation
• Headache
• Sleepiness
• Dizziness

Note: Ciplactin (Cyproheptadine) is a prescription-based drug. If you experience any side effects mentioned above, contact your doctor immediately.

Interactions

The 4 mg Ciplactin tablet may interact with other medications or foods.

It can also interfere with disorders you already have.

Therefore, discussing your medical history and medications with your doctor is always advisable.

Drug Interactions

Do not take medicine with any other anti-allergic oral or topical medication.

• Aminoglycosides
• Atropine
• Barbiturates
• MAO inhibitors like Selegiline and Phenelzine
• CNS depressants like hypnotics (Zolpidem, Zopiclone), tranquilizers (Lorazepam, Alprazolam), antianxiety (Citalopram, Sertraline), sedatives (Clonazepam, Diazepam)
• Antibiotics

Consult your physician before using any herbal supplements.

Disease Interactions

• Glaucoma
• Difficulty in urination
• Bladder Neck Obstruction
• Severe kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Heart disease
• Bronchial Asthma

Precautions

Before using Ciplactin 4 mg pills, it would be helpful if you considered the following:

• It cannot be used in cases of hypersensitivity
• Before using the tab, pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor
• Alcohol use is contraindicated when using this drug
• Patients over 60 years old may have vertigo when using this medication
• After taking 4 mg of Ciplactin, children may become energetic or excited

Storage

Store below 25 degrees Celsius in a clean, dry location away from moisture, light, and heat.

Keep children and animals away from the medication.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ciplactin used for?

Ciplactin tablets treat allergic reactions like sneezing, congestion, watery eyes, etc.

The medicine also helps treat malnutrition by boosting the appetite of the patients.

Is Ciplactin a steroid?

The 4 mg tablet of Ciplactin falls within the category of antihistamines. 

It is neither an opioid nor a steroid.

Does Ciplactin help gain weight?

The Ciplactin Tablet works to stimulate appetite by continually enhancing the amount of energy that is required from an individual.

It is a treatment that is both safe and effective for treating undernutrition as well as malnutrition, and it also increases appetite.