App.UP Plus Syrup
App.UP Plus 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.
App.UP Plus Syrup
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App.UP Plus 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.
App.UP Plus 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.
App.UP Plus 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 App.UP Plus 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.
03Uses
Appetite stimulant
04How To Use
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. App.UP Plus Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
App.UP Plus Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Cyproheptadine, tricholine citrate and sorbitol, which revives appetite. Cyproheptadine is an appetite-stimulant. It works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain which regulates appetite. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid binding agent which removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produces more bile acids using cholesterol, as a result of which cholesterol level is lowered. Sorbitol acts as a syrup base and also as an osmotic laxative to relieve constipation.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take App UP Syrup?
A: If you miss a dose of App.UP Plus 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.
07Benefits
In Appetite stimulant
App.UP Plus 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.
08Side Effects
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Drowsiness
Sleepiness
Blurred vision
09Safety Information
Alcohol:UNSAFE
App.UP Plus Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of App.UP Plus Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of App.UP Plus Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving:UNSAFE
App.UP Plus Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.App.UP Plus Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney:CAUTION
App.UP Plus Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of App.UP Plus Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of App.UP Plus Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
10Drug Tips
App.UP Plus Syrup helps stimulate your appetite.
It may cause dizziness and drowsiness. Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration.
Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medicine as it can cause excessive drowsiness and increase your risk of stomach problems.
Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake and sugarless candy may help.
References
Sources and references
Cyproheptadine hydrochloride [FDA Label]. Pune, India: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2007. [Accessed 30 Jan. 2020] (online) Available from: View
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride [Prescribing Information]. Saddle Brook, NJ: Rising Pharmaceuticals, Inc.; 2020. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: View
Cyproheptadine and Tricholine citrate [Prescribing Information]. Centaur Pharma Pvt. Ltd.; 2022. [Accessed 16 Sep. 2024] (online) Available from: View
