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Manufacturer/Marketer

Duckbill Drugs Pvt Ltd

Consume Type

ORAL

Return Policy

Not Returnable

Expires on or after

Jan-25

for this medicine

About Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension belongs to the group of medicines known as 'appetite stimulants'. Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is primarily used to increase appetite. It also gives important nutrients for the appropriate growth and functioning of the body. Appetite stimulants are the medicines that are used to improve hunger and appetite. Lack of appetite occurs due to missing meals. This in turn may cause deficiency of some essential and nonessential nutrients. Taking appetite stimulants boosts food consumption and therefore, helps in fulfilling nutritional needs.

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension contains three medicines, namely Calcium gluconate, Calcium lactate, and Cyproheptadine. Calcium Gluconate and Calcium Lactate provides vital nutrients for the appropriate growth and functioning of the body. Cyproheptadine works by reducing a chemical messenger's effect in the hypothalamus called serotonin, thereby stimulating the appetite. This is how Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension works to control to manage the appetite.

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

Try not to stop taking this Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension of your own. Do not take Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are allergic to Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension , or any other ingredients present. Inform your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you have asthma, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, diarrhea, or heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are pregnant. It is not recommended to take Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are breastfeeding. Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension as it may cause increased drowsiness, sedation, and low blood pressure. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines and your health condition to rule out any side-effects.

Uses of Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension

Treatment of Loss of appetite (anorexia)

Medicinal Benefits

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called appetite enhancer used to stimulate the appetite and increase body metabolism. It also gives important nutrients for the appropriate growth and functioning of the body. Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension contains three medicines, namely Calcium gluconate, Calcium lactate, and Cyproheptadine. Calcium gluconate and Calcium lactate provide vital nutrients for the appropriate growth and functioning of the body. Cyproheptadine works by reducing a chemical messenger's effect in the hypothalamus called serotonin, thereby stimulating the appetite. This is how Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension works to control to manage the appetite.

Side Effects of Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension

  • Constipation
  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Gastrointestinal irritation
  • Sleepiness
  • Dizziness

Directions for Use

Take the prescribed dose/quantity of Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension using the measuring cup provided by the pack. Shake the bottle well before each use.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Drug Warnings

Try not to stop taking this Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension of your own. Do not take Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are allergic to Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension or any other ingredients present. Inform your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you have asthma, hyperthyroidism, high blood pressure, diarrhea, or heart problems. Consult your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are pregnant. It is not recommended to take Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are breastfeeding. Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension may cause drowsiness, so drive with caution. Avoid alcohol consumption while taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension as it may cause increased drowsiness, sedation, and low blood pressure. Keep your doctor informed about all the medicines and your health condition to rule out any side-effects.

Therapeutic Class

APPETITE STIMULANT

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction: Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension may interact with anti-HIV/antiviral (abacavir), medicines for osteoporosis (bone becomes thin) (alendronate sodium), blood pressure-lowering medicines (atenolol), heart disease (digoxin).

Drug-Food Interaction: No interactions found.

Drug-Disease Interaction: Inform your doctor if you have asthma, heart, kidney, and liver problems.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ALENDRONATE SODIUM
  • ATENOLOL
  • DIGOXIN

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Exercise regularly as it helps in increasing your energy expenditure, thereby helps 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, family or watching a favorite 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, preparing food, having difficulty with limited food choices, try delivery services that deliver fully prepared healthy meals.

Habit Forming

No

What if I have taken an overdose of Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension

Take Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension only as advised by the physician. Do not exceed the recommended dose, as it might cause an overdose. If you suspect you have taken an overdose, seek immediate medical attention.

Special Advise

  • Cyproheptadine present in Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension may cause dizziness and blur your vision so, do not drive vehicle, operate heavy machinery, or perform hazardous tasks. 

Disease/Condition Glossary

Appetite loss: It is a condition in which an individual has no desire to eat food. Lack of appetite causes missing meals or less urge of hungriness, resulting in a deficiency of essential and non-essential nutrients required for our body's proper metabolism and growth. The most common reasons for the decrease in appetite include psychological conditions like stress, anxiety, depression, gastrointestinal conditions (such as acidity, peptic ulcers, and ulcerative colitis), slow metabolism, age, lowered activity levels, other disease conditions (like AIDS, HIV, cancer) and some medication side effects. Some drugs, like digoxin, fluoxetine, quinidine, and hydralazine, can cause appetite loss (anorexia). 

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Alcohol

Unsafe

Avoid consumption of alcohol while taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension as it may cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Consult your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you are pregnant, your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

Safe if prescribed

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is safe to use if you are breastfeeding. Unless Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is used to reduce the mother's prolactin levels, it should be prevented as it might affect breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension may cause drowsiness. Do not drive or operate machinery unless you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is safe to use in patients with liver disease. However, inform your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you have a liver impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Kidney

Caution

Dose adjustment may be needed. Consult your doctor before taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension if you have kidney impairment or any concerns regarding this.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is safe for children above 1year if prescribed by the doctor.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

162/B/240, Prince Anwar Shah Road, Lake Gardens, Kolkata - 700045
Other Info - CYA0003

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FAQs

Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension is used to treat anorexia (loss of appetite). It helps increase appetite.
Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension contains three medicines, namely Calcium gluconate, Calcium lactate, and Cyproheptadine. Calcium gluconate and Calcium lactate provide vital nutrients for the appropriate growth and functioning of the body. Cyproheptadine works by reducing a chemical messenger's effect in the hypothalamus called serotonin, thereby stimulating the appetite. This is how Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension works to control to manage the appetite.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension . Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension causes weight gain by stimulating the appetite. Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension helps in weight gain and growth.
Several medicines need to be reduced or cannot be stopped immediately because of recurrence effects. Please inform your doctor of suggestions particular to your body, health, and other medicines that you may be using.
Avoid or limit the consumption of alcohol while taking Cyaptin with Calcium Suspension as it may lead to increased drowsiness.

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