Biopron Oral Drops

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. Montu 10mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Biopron Oral Drops contains two medicines: cyproheptadine and tricholine citrate. Together, they stimulate the urge to eat (appetite). Cyproheptadine reduces the effect of serotonin (a chemical messenger) in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain that regulates appetite. Tricholine citrate also helps increase appetite and spares amino acids for muscle enhancement.

Q: What if I forget to give Biopron Oral Drops to my child?
A: Do not panic. Unless your child’s doctor has advised a specific regimen for your child, administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for the next dose. Do not give a double dose to catch up on any missed dose; follow the prescribed dosing schedule strictly.

Dry mouth may occur as a side effect. Frequent mouth rinses, good oral hygiene, increased water intake, and chewing on sugarless candy may help.

Biopron Oral Drops can cause a bitter taste in your child’s mouth. Eating a piece of citrus fruit or sugarless candy may help.

Never increase or decrease the dose by yourself, as the dose is prescribed based on your child’s condition, body weight, and age.

Do not give Biopron Oral Drops to increase your child’s body weight under normal conditions. It is prescribed for appetite stimulation.

Call your child’s doctor right away if your child exhibits an allergic rash, facial swelling, or breathing difficulty soon after the intake of Biopron Oral Drops.

Q. My child is having a long-term illness and is on medication. He is underweight with poor nutritional status and does not feel like eating anything. Can I give Biopron Oral Drops?

Loss of appetite is a common side effect of some medicines. If given, Biopron Oral Drops will help resolve this issue by boosting your child’s appetite and hunger. This will thereby improve your child’s nutritional status. But do make sure to speak to your child’s doctor before giving Biopron Oral Drops to your child as that will help decide the perfect dosing and duration. It usually takes around a few days to weeks to show results. Make sure to inform the doctor if your child is taking any other medicines.

Q. My child is restless and unable to sleep properly at night. Can I give Biopron Oral Drops?

No. Biopron Oral Drops indeed causes drowsiness as a side effect, but you should never give it to induce sleep in children. Consult your doctor if you have any queries regarding the use of this medicine or if your child is experiencing sleeplessness, as it could be due to some other underlying disease.

Q. How much Biopron Oral Drops should I give to my child?

Adhere to the dose prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own, as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.

Q. How should Biopron Oral Drops be stored?

Biopron Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.

Q. When do I need to call my child’s doctor right away?

Never hesitate to consult your child’s doctor in case of any confusion regarding dosage, duration, side effects, etc. Contact your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling and trouble breathing), signs of liver problems (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.

In Appetite stimulant

Biopron Oral Drops stimulates hunger in children suffering from long-term illness and enhances the availability of proteins for muscle mass building. It increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of your child. 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 nutritional status.

Dryness in mouth

Blurred vision

Dizziness

Confusion

Restlessness

Kidney:CAUTION

Biopron Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Biopron Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver:CAUTION

Biopron Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Biopron Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Cyproheptadine and Tricholine citrate [Product Information]. Goa, India: Centaur Pharmaceuticals Pvt. Ltd.; 2021. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2025] (online) Available from: View
Zoic Life Sciences: Cyproheptadine and Tricholine citrate [Product Information]. [Accessed 04 Feb. 2025] (Online) Available from: View