Lupactin 4mg Tablet (10'S)

Manufacturer: Lupin Ltd

Salt Composition : Cyproheptadine(4mg)


Lupactin 4mg Tablet can be taken with or without food and it is better to take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.

This medicine may cause some amount of dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that needs attention. Consult your doctor if it persists or worries you. It may cause a headache in some cases. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.


Basic Information

Mechanism Of Action

Lupactin 4mg Tablet is an antihistamine medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions. Due to constant increased energy intake and stimulation of growth hormone secretion, it stimulates the appetite too.


Pharmacokinets

Cyproheptadine is well-absorbed following oral ingestion, with peak plasma levels occurring after 1 to 3 hours. Its terminal half-life when taken orally is approximately 8 hours.

Side Effects

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 Lupactin

Dizziness

Headache

Contra Indications

overactive thyroid gland

increased pressure in the eye

closed angle glaucoma

high blood pressure

stenosing peptic ulcer

blockage of the urinary bladder

enlarged prostate

an inability to completely empty the bladder

chronic idiopathic constipation

Pregnancy Related Information

Lupactin 4mg Tablet is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.


Product And Alcohol Interaction

Lupactin 4mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.


Breast Feeding Related Information

Lupactin 4mg Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

Unless Lupactin 4mg Tablet is used to lower the prolactin levels in the mother, it should be avoided as it might interfere with breastfeeding.

Children Related Information

Use with caution

Below 9years: Contraindicated

Indications

Cyproheptadine relieves red, irritated, itchy, watery eyes; sneezing; and runny nose caused by allergies, irritants in the air, and hay fever. It may also be used to relieve the itching of allergic skin conditions, and to treat hives, including hives caused by exposure to cold temperatures and by rubbing the skin.

Interactions

desvenlafaxine.

eluxadoline.

isocarboxazid.

phenelzine.

procarbazine.

sodium oxybate.

tranylcypromine.

Cyproheptadine has moderate interactions with at least 233 different drugs.

Typical Dosage

Do not chew, crush or break it. Lupactin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Storage Requirements

Store below 30°C


Effects Of Missed Dosage

If you miss a dose of Lupactin 4mg Tablet, 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.


Effects Of Overdose

Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Expert Advice

Take Lupactin 4mg Tablet as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.

Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.

Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Lupactin 4mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

How To Use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Lupactin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.