D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup
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D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup is used in children to stimulate appetite and encourage better food intake. It is often prescribed for those struggling with poor appetite and inadequate weight gain. While it does not directly provide nutrition, it helps improve eating habits, which can support overall growth.
Give D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup to your child by mouth before food in the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. Give this medicine at a fixed time so that it gradually becomes a part of your child’s daily routine. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, help the child calm down and repeat the dose. For maximum benefit, it is advised to continue the treatment for the prescribed duration.
The intake of D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup may cause minor and temporary side effects in your child, such as dizziness, confusion, dry mouth, and blurred vision. These symptoms will resolve once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor immediately in case of prolonged or bothersome events.
Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medical regimen or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. The doctor must also be aware if your child has had bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, thyroid problems, or any heart, liver, or kidney problems. All this information will help avoid any complications in the treatment and will help your child’s doctor plan and make your child’s overall treatment better.
Uses of D Cypro T Syrup
Benefits of D Cypro T Syrup
In Appetite stimulant
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup stimulates hunger in children suffering from long-term illness and enhances the availability of proteins for muscle mass building. It increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of your child. It promotes the desire to eat, and therefore, it is a safe and effective way of managing undernutrition or malnutrition. It helps to treat loss of appetite and improves nutritional status.
Side effects of D Cypro T Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of D Cypro T
- Dryness in mouth
- Blurred vision
- Dizziness
- Confusion
- Restlessness
How to use D Cypro T Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How D Cypro T Syrup works
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup contains two medicines: cyproheptadine and tricholine citrate. Together, they stimulate the urge to eat (appetite). Cyproheptadine reduces the effect of serotonin (a chemical messenger) in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain that regulates appetite. Tricholine citrate also helps increase appetite and spares amino acids for muscle enhancement.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
UNSAFE
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup is highly unsafe to use during pregnancy. Seek your doctor's advice as studies on pregnant women and animals have shown significant harmful effects to the developing baby.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
CAUTION
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take D Cypro T Syrup?
Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regimen for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose; follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and chewing on sugarless candy may help.
- D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup can cause a bitter taste in your child’s mouth. Eating a piece of citrus fruit or sugarless candy may help.
- Never increase or decrease the dose by yourself, as the dose is prescribed based on your child’s condition, body weight, and age.
- Do not give D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup to increase your child’s body weight under normal conditions. It is prescribed for appetite stimulation.
- Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits an allergic rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty soon after the intake of D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Patient concerns
FAQs
My child is having a long-term illness and is on medication. He is underweight with poor nutritional status and does not feel like eating anything. Can I give D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup?
Loss of appetite is a common side effect of some medicines. If given, D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup will help resolve this issue by boosting your child’s appetite and hunger. This will thereby improve your child’s nutritional status. But do make sure to speak to your child’s doctor before giving D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup to your child as that will help decide the perfect dosing and duration. It usually takes around a few days to weeks to show results. Make sure to inform the doctor if your child is taking any other medicines.
My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup?
No. D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup indeed causes drowsiness as a side effect, but you should never give it to induce sleep in children. Consult your doctor if you have any queries regarding the use of this medicine or if your child is experiencing sleeplessness, as it could be due to some other underlying disease.
How much D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup should I give to my child?
Adhere to the dose prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own, as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
How should D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup be stored?
D Cypro T 1.5mg/55mg Syrup should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?
Never hesitate to consult your child’s doctor in case of any confusion regarding dosage, duration, side effects, etc. Contact your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling and trouble breathing), signs of liver problems (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.
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- Cyproheptadine and Tricholine citrate [Product Information]. Goa, India: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.; 2021. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2025] (online) Available from:
- Zoic Life Sciences: Cyproheptadine and Tricholine citrate [Product Information]. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2025] (Online) Available from:
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