Bioctin 4mg Tablet

Composition Cyproheptadine (4mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack strip of 10 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative
Action Class First-Generation H1 Antihistamines
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Colgen Pharma
Manufacturer address Karnataka, India

Bioctin 4mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms of inflammation as well as itching, swelling and rashes. It is also used to treat loss of appetite (need for food). It is an effective hunger stimulant.

Bioctin 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.

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Appetite stimulant

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. Bioctin 4mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Bioctin 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.

Q: What if you forget to take Bioctin Tablet?
A: If you miss a dose of Bioctin 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.

Take Bioctin 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 Bioctin 4mg Tablet, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

In Treatment of Allergic conditions

Bioctin 4mg Tablet prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation and symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It lowers your immune system’s response to these conditions so you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.

Dizziness

Headache

Impaired coordination

Sleepiness

Alcohol:UNSAFE

Bioctin 4mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bioctin 4mg Tablet during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Bioctin 4mg Tablet during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving:UNSAFE

Bioctin 4mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Bioctin 4mg Tablet may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney:CAUTION

Bioctin 4mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Bioctin 4mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Bioctin 4mg Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

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