What is Choliv Syrup used for?

Choliv Syrup is used for the treatment of Loss of appetite (anorexia).

Can the use of Choliv Syrup cause dizziness?

Yes, using Choliv Syrup can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, shaky, or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or faint, it is better to rest and continue once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines that require alertness.

Can I give Choliv Syrup to my child?

Choliv Syrup can be given to children if prescribed by the doctor. The dose may vary depending on the childÃ¢â‚¬â„¢s age. Choliv Syrup is prescribed for underweight children with inadequate dietary intake, loss of appetite, anaemia, liver, or digestive disorder.

Can I take antidepressants with Choliv Syrup ?

Antidepressants, along with Choliv Syrup , especially monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), may prolong and increase the effects of Choliv Syrup . Consult your doctor before taking Choliv Syrup with other medicines to avoid unpleasant side effects.

Does Choliv Syrup cause weight gain?

Choliv Syrup causes weight gain by stimulating the appetite. Choliv Syrup helps in weight gain and growth.

Does Choliv Syrup cause dry mouth?

Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Choliv Syrup . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent mouth drying.

Is Choliv Syrup a blood tonic?

No, Choliv Syrup is not a blood tonic. It is primarily used as an appetite stimulant and treat alimentary tract and metabolism problems.

Is Choliv Syrup habit-forming?

No, Choliv Syrup is not habit-forming. However, use it as prescribed by your doctor to avoid any potential side effects.

Is Choliv Syrup good for babies?

Choliv Syrup is not recommended for children under 1 year of age. Please consult your doctor before giving Choliv Syrup to your child to ensure safety and proper dosage.

Can Choliv Syrup be given to elderly people?

Choliv Syrup should be used with caution in elderly people as they are at increased risk of getting side effects. Choliv Syrup should be used only if is prescribed by a doctor.

How does Choliv Syrup work?

Choliv Syrup is a combination of three medications, cyproheptadine, sorbitol, and tricholine. Cyproheptadine enhances appetite by decreasing the effect of serotonin in the hypothalamus, a portion of the brain which controls appetite. Sorbitol reduces constipation, and tricholine eliminates bile acids from the body, reducing cholesterol levels.

When should I take Choliv Syrup ?

Take Choliv Syrup as prescribed by your doctor. It is usually taken before meals to help stimulate appetite. It's important to follow your doctor's instructions regarding the dosage and timing to ensure the best results.

What is the recommended storage condition for Choliv Syrup ?

Choliv Syrup should be stored in a dry place at room temperature. Protect from light. Keep it out of reach and sight of children and pets.

Can anyone use Choliv Syrup ?

No, it is not recommended for children below 1 year, individuals who are allergic to Choliv Syrup and pregnant or breastfeeding women. Also, inform your doctor if you are taking any other medicines.

What should I do in case of an overdose?

If you suspect you have taken an overdose of Choliv Syrup , consult your doctor immediately as it may cause severe symptoms.

Choliv Syrup 200 ml

Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD

Choliv Syrup is used to stimulate the appetite and treat alimentary tract and metabolism problems. It helps treat lack of appetite, weight loss, and anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder with low body weight). It enhances food consumption and hence helps in fulfilling nutritional needs. It may cause side effects such as dryness in the mouth, constipation, sleepiness, drowsiness, and blurred vision. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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About Choliv Syrup

Choliv Syrup belongs to a group of combination medicines called 'appetite enhancers' used to stimulate the appetite and treat alimentary tract and metabolism problems. Choliv Syrup helps treat lack of appetite, weight loss, and anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder with low body weight). Lack of appetite results in missing meals. This, in turn, may cause a lack of some essential and nonessential nutrients. Taking Choliv Syrup enhances food consumption and hence helps in fulfilling nutritional needs.

Choliv Syrup combines three medicines: cyproheptadine, sorbitol, and tricholine. Cyproheptadine is an appetite enhancer. It works by decreasing the effect of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the hypothalamus, a portion of the brain which controls appetite. Sorbitol behaves as a syrup base and an osmotic laxative to reduce constipation. On the other hand, Tricholine is a bile acid-binding agent that eliminates bile acids from the body. The liver then generates more bile acids using cholesterol, due to which cholesterol level is reduced.

Take Choliv Syrup as prescribed by your doctor. Depending on your medical conditions, you are advised to take Choliv Syrup for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. You may experience dryness in the mouth, constipation, sleepiness, drowsiness, and blurred vision. Most of these side effects of Choliv Syrup do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Inform your doctor before taking Choliv Syrup if you have asthma, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, intraocular (eye) pressure, or heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking Choliv Syrup if you are pregnant. It is not recommended to take Choliv Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Choliv Syrup may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Choliv Syrup as it may cause increased drowsiness. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines and your health condition to rule out any side effects.

Uses of Choliv Syrup

Treatment of Loss of appetite (anorexia).

Directions for Use

Oral Suspension/syrup: Shake the bottle well before each use. Take the prescribed dose by mouth using the measuring cup/dosing syringe/dropper.

Medicinal Benefits

Choliv Syrup belongs to a group of medicines called Appetite enhancers used to stimulate the appetite and increase body metabolism. Choliv Syrup is indicated for loss of appetite, weight loss, and anorexia nervosa (an eating disorder with low body weight). Choliv Syrup is also prescribed for underweight children with inadequate dietary intake, loss of appetite, anaemia, liver, or digestive disorder. Additionally, Choliv Syrup is used as an adjunct to anti-tubercular (anti-TB) and antiretroviral treatment (anti-HIV) for weight gain. Choliv Syrup helps stimulate appetite, ensures weight gain, provides effective hepatoprotective action, and enhances protein synthesis. It is also indicated in hepatobiliary disorder (liver disease) associated with anorexia (lack/loss of appetite).

How Choliv Syrup Works

Choliv Syrup combines three medicines: cyproheptadine, sorbitol, and tricholine. Cyproheptadine is an appetite enhancer. It works by decreasing the effect of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the hypothalamus, a portion of the brain which controls appetite. Sorbitol behaves as a syrup base and an osmotic laxative to reduce constipation. On the other hand, Tricholine is a bile acid-binding agent that eliminates bile acids from the body. The liver then generates more bile acids using cholesterol, due to which cholesterol level is reduced.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Choliv Syrup

Vomiting
Nausea
Weakness
Dryness in mouth
Constipation
Black or Tarry stools
Sleepiness
Drowsiness
Blurred vision

What if I have taken an overdose of Choliv Syrup

Do not take more than the prescribed dose of Choliv Syrup as it may cause overdose. If you suspect you have taken overdose, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Choliv Syrup if you are allergic to any of its contents; you have nausea, vomiting, stomach pain, glaucoma, peptic ulcers, prostatic hypertrophy, bladder neck obstruction, or pyloroduodenal obstruction. Inform your doctor before taking Choliv Syrup if you have asthma, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, intraocular (eye) pressure or heart problems. Choliv Syrup may show additive effects if taken along with alcohol, CNS depressants, and anti-anxiety drugs. Consult your doctor before taking Choliv Syrup if you are pregnant. It is not recommended to take Choliv Syrup if you are breastfeeding. Choliv Syrup may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Choliv Syrup as it may cause increased drowsiness.

Drug-Drug Interactions

CyproheptadineLinezolid

Critical

CyproheptadineProcarbazine

Critical

Drug-Drug Interactions

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CyproheptadineLinezolid

Critical

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Using linezolid together with Choliv Syrup 200 ml may increase side effects of Choliv Syrup 200 ml.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Linezolid is not recommended, consult a doctor before taking it. Contact a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

CyproheptadineProcarbazine

Critical

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Using procarbazine together with Choliv Syrup 200 ml may increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Procarbazine is not recommended, please consult your doctor before taking it. Call a doctor if you experience dizziness, drowsiness, blurred vision, dry mouth, constipation, heat intolerance, flushing, decreased sweating, difficulty urinating, palpitation, rapid heartbeat, confusion, disorientation, and memory problems.

CyproheptadinePotassium chloride

Critical

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Potassium chloride can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Potassium chloride is not recommended, as it can lead to an interaction, can be taken if your doctor has prescribed it. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not stop any medication without talking to a doctor.

CyproheptadinePotassium citrate

Critical

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml and Potassium citrate (in tablet or capsule form) together can increase the risk of stomach ulcers.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Potassium citrate is not recommended, as it may lead to an interaction but can be taken if prescribed by the doctor. However, if you experience severe stomach pain, bloating, sudden lightheadedness or dizziness, nausea, vomiting (especially with blood), decreased hunger, or dark, tarry stools, consult the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.

CyproheptadineZonisamide

Severe

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Coadministration of Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Zonisamide can lead to increased body temperature and decreased sweating especially in warm weather.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Zonisamide together is not recommended as it can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. However, if you experience changes in blood pressure, increased heart rate, fever, or excessive sweating, contact a doctor immediately. Make sure to hydrate yourself during warm weather or after exercise. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.

CyproheptadineEsketamine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Combining Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Esketamine can increase the side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Choliv Syrup 200 ml and Esketamine, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you're having trouble with feeling tired, confused or finding it hard to focus, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

CyproheptadineKetamine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Using ketamine together with Choliv Syrup 200 ml may increase side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketamine and Choliv Syrup 200 ml together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. If you feel dizzy, sleepy, confused, have trouble focusing, lazy, or have trouble breathing, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

CyproheptadineSodium oxybate

Severe

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with sodium oxybate can enhance the risk of negative effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Choliv Syrup 200 ml and Sodium oxybate, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. If you notice any symptoms like feeling tired, dizzy, confused or having low blood pressure or difficulty breathing, make sure to contact your doctor right away. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.

SorbitolLamivudine

Severe

How does the drug interact with Choliv Syrup 200 ml:
Lamivudine can cause higher levels of Choliv Syrup 200 ml in the blood by reducing its excretion rate.

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Choliv Syrup 200 ml with Lamivudine together can possibly result in an interaction, but it can be taken if your doctor has advised it. Do not stop using any medications without talking to your doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

Exercise regularly as it helps increase your energy expenditure, thereby helping in increasing hunger.
You may eat more if you are having a good time during your meal. So, try to make mealtimes enjoyable by eating with friends and family or watching a favourite show.
Change your menu and eat food that you enjoy.
Try not to skip meals. Make time for eating.
If you feel eating three times as overwhelming, eat six smaller meals.
Include calorie-containing beverages in your diet, such as protein shakes, fruit juices, milk, etc.
Proper management of basic hygiene and bowel regularity can positively affect appetite in adults.
Setting the alarm for mealtime or posting a meal schedule on the wall could help adults remind them to eat.
Limit excessive snacking in between mealtimes.
If you have trouble obtaining or preparing food or having difficulty with limited food choices, try delivery services that deliver fully equipped healthy meals.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

APPETITE STIMULANT

Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Choliv Syrup as it may cause increased drowsiness.

Pregnancy

Unsafe

Tricholine present in Choliv Syrup is a pregnancy category risk D medicine, so its use in pregnant women is not recommended.

Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Taking Choliv Syrup if you are breastfeeding is not recommended because Choliv Syrup contains cyproheptadine, which may cause less breast milk production.