Hilactin Syrup

Welcome to the information page for Hilactin Syrup, brought to you by Zenlabs Ethica Ltd. This product contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine (2mg/5ml) + Tricholine Citrate (275mg/5ml) + Sorbitol (3.575mg/5ml) and is indicated for Appetite stimulant. Here, you can find crucial details, including its uses, pricing, and options to add it to your wishlist or compare it with similar medications.

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Salt Combination: Cyproheptadine (2mg/5ml) + Tricholine Citrate (275mg/5ml) + Sorbitol (3.575mg/5ml)
Brand: Zenlabs Ethica Ltd
Uses: Appetite stimulant

Description

Hilactin Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat loss of appetite
It is an effective appetite stimulant
It works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger which regulates appetite
Hilactin Syrup is taken with or without food in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor
The dose you are given will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine
You should keep taking this medicine for as long as your doctor recommends
Let your healthcare team know about all other medications you are taking as some may affect, or be affected by this medicine.
The most common side effects are constipation, dryness in the mouth, and blurred vision
Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time
Contact your doctor straight away if you are concerned about any of these
It can cause dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how this medicine affects you
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine as it can worsen your sleepiness.
Before taking Hilactin Syrup, inform your doctor if you have any kidney or liver diseases so that your doctor can prescribe a suitable dose for you
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult their doctor before taking this medicine.

Cautions

Liver:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: There is limited information available on the use of Hilactin Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
Kidney:	CAUTION: Hilactin Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Hilactin Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:	UNSAFE: Hilactin Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.^Hilactin Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Breast feeding:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Hilactin Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnency:	CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR: Information regarding the use of Hilactin Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Alcohol:	UNSAFE: Hilactin Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Drug Action:	N/A
Therapeutic class:	VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	N/A

Uses of Hilactin Syrup

In Appetite stimulant Hilactin Syrup is a combination of medicines that increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of an individual
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 the nutritional status.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Hilactin Syrup, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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