Appetine (Tablet 4 mg) 4 mg

Indication

Appetine is an antihistamine used as an appetite stimulant and for the symptomatic treatment of various allergic manifestations such as allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, pruritus and allergic skin disorders (urticaria, local reactions to insect bites).

Ingredients

• Cyproheptadine (as hydrochloride) 4 mg

Direction

Children 2 to 6 years: ½ tablet, 2 to 3 times a day. Children 7 to 14 years: 1 tablet, 2 to 3 times a day. Adults: 1 tablet, 3 to 4 times a day. Use as directed by a doctor or pharmacist.

Side effects

• Drowsiness
• Increased appetite and weight gain
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Fatigue
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• stop if irritation or allergy occurs

Precautions

• Contraindicated in newborns
• premature infants and in glaucoma
• urinary retention or stenosing peptic ulcer
• Not recommended for elderly debilitated patients without medical advice
• May cause drowsiness
• avoid driving or operating machinery
• Avoid alcohol and other sedatives
• Consult a doctor before use during pregnancy or breastfeeding
• Consult a doctor or pharmacist before use
• stop if irritation or allergy occurs