Aprise 2mg Syrup - Uses, Price, Side Effects
What is aprise 2mg syrup used for?
Aprise 2mg Syrup contains Cyproheptadine, an antihistamine used to stimulate appetite and treat allergic conditions like hay fever, hives, and itching. It works by blocking histamine and serotonin, reducing allergy symptoms and increasing hunger. It is manufactured by Wellona Pharmaceutical Private Limited.
- Generic Name: Cyproheptadine
- Manufacturer: Wellona Pharmaceutical Private Limited
- Form: Allopathy
- Pregnancy Category: B
- Prescription Required: Yes
๐ aprise 2mg syrup Uses & Benefits
Allergic conditions, appetite stimulation, migraine prophylaxis
Off-label uses: Anorexia nervosa, cyclic vomiting syndrome
๐ Drug Information
| Generic Name(s) | Cyproheptadine |
| Brand Name | Apetamin Syrup |
| Manufacturer | Wellona Pharmaceutical Private Limited |
| Packaging / Form | Varies by brand (Allopathy) |
| Therapeutic Class | VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS |
| Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation) |
| Route of Administration | Oral |
| Storage | Store at 20-25ยฐC, protect from light |
| Shelf Life | As per manufacturer |
๐ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)
Pharmacokinetics
How It Works
Antagonist at histamine H1 receptors and serotonin 5-HT2 receptors, with additional anticholinergic and appetite-stimulating effects
Mechanism Steps
๐ก How to Take aprise 2mg syrup
Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.
Dosage Timeline
โ ๏ธ Side Effects of aprise 2mg syrup
โ Common Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Dizziness
- Increased appetite
- Weight gain
๐จ Serious Side Effects
- Confusion
- Hallucinations
- Seizures
- QT prolongation
โ ๏ธ Rare Side Effects
- Agranulocytosis
- Hemolytic anemia
- Thrombocytopenia
Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.
๐ฌ Drug Interactions
| โ ๏ธ Drug | Severity | Effect |
|---|---|---|
| MAOIs | Major | Increased risk of serotonin syndrome |
| Alcohol | Moderate | Increased drowsiness |
| Anticholinergics | Moderate | Additive anticholinergic effects |
๐จ Major Interactions
- MAOIs
- CNS depressants
โก Moderate Interactions
- Anticholinergics
- SSRIs
โน๏ธ Minor Interactions
- Alcohol
- Sedatives
๐ฝ๏ธ Food Interactions
Grapefruit juice may increase levels
๐ท Alcohol Interaction
Increased sedation and CNS depression
๐ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings
๐ซ Contraindications
Hypersensitivity, narrow-angle glaucoma, urinary retention, severe hypertension, concurrent MAOI use
๐ Monitoring Parameters
Appetite, weight, sedation, anticholinergic effects
๐คฑ Lactation Safety
Caution; may be excreted in milk
๐ Overdose Management
Symptomatic and supportive; physostigmine for severe anticholinergic symptoms
โฐ Missed Dose
Take as soon as remembered; skip if near next dose
๐จโโ๏ธ Reviewed by Expert
๐ Substitutes for aprise 2mg syrup
View AllAlternative brands with exact same active ingredient (Cyproheptadine (2mg)):
-
lupactin 2mg tabletLupin Ltd โน10.67 89.8% CHEAPER
-
heptidin 2 tabletUnison Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd โน13.50 87.1% CHEAPER
-
cadlactin 2mg tabletCadila Healthcare Limited โน17.00 83.8% CHEAPER
-
ecydin syrupEsquire Drug House โน20.00 81% CHEAPER
-
bonapet syrupOrison Pharma International โน23.44 77.7% CHEAPER
-
cyprorin syrupPramukh Swami Pharma Ltd โน29.00 72.4% CHEAPER
-
actin syrupServe Pharmaceuticals โน30.53 70.9% CHEAPER
-
biolactin 2mg syrupBiochem Pharmaceutical Industries โน32.25 69.3% CHEAPER
-
cypradin syrupSivling Technologies Pvt Ltd โน37.50 64.3% CHEAPER
-
cypomax syrupAlicon Pharmaceutical Pvt Ltd โน42.00 60% CHEAPER
Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.