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Pepcip Syrup

Manufactured byGlobus Remedies Ltd.
ContainsCyproheptadine (2 mg/5 ml) + Tricholine (275 mg/5 ml) + Sorbitol (2000 mg/5 ml)
Description
Pepcip Syrup is a combination of Cyproheptadine, Tricholine, and Sorbitol. It is used to increase appetite (hunger) and relieve constipation. It works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger in your body that is responsible for the decrease in appetite. Pepcip Syrup has some side effects like nausea, headache, muscle weakness, dry mouth, nose, and throat. These side effects may subside by themselves. Consult your doctor if they bother you for a longer time or worsen. Avoid using the syrup if you are allergic to it. Pepcip Syrup is to be taken in the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Do not take more than the recommended dose. Take it every day at the same time for the ease of remembering and better results. Pepcip Syrup may not be suitable for all people. Inform your doctor about all your health problems and ongoing medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before taking this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Pepcip Syrup

  • Vomiting
  • Nausea
  • Muscle weakness
  • Dizziness and Drowsiness
  • Headache
  • Dry mouth
  • Blurred vision
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • Increased thirst
  • Shortness of breath
  • Black or Tarry stools

Uses of Pepcip Syrup

What is it prescribed for?

  • Appetite stimulant and weight gain
  • Constipation
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The amount of time required for Pepcip Syrup to show its action is not clinically established.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The amount of time for which Pepcip Syrup remains active in your body is not clinically established.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Avoid drinking alcohol while on treatment with Pepcip Syrup as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were observed with Pepcip Syrup.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary.

Allergy

Avoid taking Pepcip Syrup if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any worsening of symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Narrow-angle glaucoma

Narrow-angle glaucoma is a condition in which the internal fluid pressure inside the eyeball increases due to the constriction of the fluid drainage system inside your eyes. This may lead to blurring of vision or blindness. Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you have this disorder as it may worsen your condition.

Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOI)

MAO inhibitors are a class of medication used to treat depression. Isocarboxazid, Phenelzine, Selegiline are a few examples. Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you are receiving therapy with MAO inhibitors due to the increased risk of serious side effects.

Symptomatic Prostatic Hypertrophy

Symptomatic Prostatic Hypertrophy is a condition of enlargement of the prostate gland (it produces fluid to nourish and transport sperm) in men. Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you have this disorder as it may worsen your condition.

Elderly patients

Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you are an elderly and debilitated (very weak) person due to the increased risk of serious side effects.

Peptic Ulcer

A peptic ulcer is a condition in which the sores are formed in the lining of your stomach, food pipe, and small intestine. Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you have this disorder as it may worsen your health.

Bladder neck obstruction

Bladder neck obstruction is a condition in which there is difficulty in urination due to blockage in the neck of the bladder (contains and regulates the flow of urine). Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use if you have this disorder as it may worsen your health.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Pepcip Syrup is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary.
General warnings

Kidney/liver impairment

Pepcip Syrup should be used with caution if you have any medical conditions affecting your kidneys and liver. Any kidney/liver dysfunction can lead to its accumulation in your body. This may worsen your condition.

Driving or Operating machines

Pepcip Syrup can cause drowsiness and affect your ability to drive vehicles or operate heavy machines. Avoid such activities as long as you are taking this medicine.

Dehydration or electrolyte abnormalities

Pepcip Syrup should be used with extreme caution if you have dehydration or electrolyte abnormalities as it may worsen your condition. If you experience any symptoms such as dizziness, weakness, fainting, etc, inform your doctor immediately.

Diabetes

Diabetes mellitus is a condition in which there is an increase in your blood sugar levels. Pepcip Syrup should be used with caution if you have diabetes mellitus because it may increase the sugar levels in your blood.

Missed Dose

Take the missed dose of Pepcip Syrup as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never take more than the recommended dose of Pepcip Syrup. Seek emergency medical treatment in case of an overdose.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

N/A

Instructions

Avoid drinking alcohol while on treatment with Pepcip Syrup as it may increase the risk of side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty in concentrating.
Interaction with Medicine

Propoxyphene

Sodium oxybate

Amoxapine

Lamivudine

Aripiprazole

Topiramate

Zonisamide

Sodium Polystyrene Sulfonate

Disease interactions

Asthma

Asthma is a breathing disorder caused due to constriction of the windpipe and excess mucous secretion. Pepcip Syrup should be used with caution in such conditions. This medicine may cause overproduction of mucus/phlegm, resulting in difficulty in breathing.

Cardiovascular disorders

Pepcip Syrup may cause increased heart rate, abnormal heart rhythm and altered blood pressure, especially when used in excess. Hence, take this medicine with caution if you have any heart condition.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Take Pepcip Syrup with or without food. Do not consume in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable effects. Ensure that the treatment is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor. Avoid consuming alcohol along with this medicine as it may affect mental alertness. Do not share this medicine with others as the cause of their disorder may be different.
Miscelleneous

Can be taken with or without food, as advised by your doctor

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Pepcip Syrup is a combination of Cyproheptadine, Tricholine, and Sorbitol. Cyproheptadine blocks the actions of certain substances in the body which are responsible for a reduction in appetite. Tricholine reduces the level of cholesterol in the body; it increases the production of bile acids (digestive fluid) through the liver and thus stimulates appetite. Sorbitol helps to relieve constipation.
Legal Status

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Classification

Category

Serotonin antagonist, Appetite Stimulant, Laxatives

Schedule

Schedule H

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