Cyptron Syrup (S/F)
Cyproheptadine Hcl 2 mg + Tricholine Citrate 275 mg
| Composition | Cyproheptadine Hcl 2 mg + Tricholine Citrate 275 mg |
|---|---|
| Packing | 200ML |
| MRP | ₹ 140 |
| Dosage Form | Syrups & Suspensions |
About Cyptron Syrup (S/F)
Cyptron Syrup (S/F) is a sugar-free appetite-stimulating syrup containing Cyproheptadine HCl 2 mg, Tricholine Citrate 275 mg, and Sorbitol. It is commonly recommended by doctors to stimulate appetite in children and adults who have poor appetite due to illness, nutritional deficiency, or general weakness, and to support liver health with the cholinergic activity of Tricholine Citrate.
The combination of Cyproheptadine — a well-established appetite stimulant and antihistamine — with Tricholine Citrate, which supports liver fat metabolism, makes Cyptron Syrup (S/F) a trusted choice for tackling both appetite and liver-related aspects of poor nutritional status.
Uses of Cyptron Syrup (S/F)
This medicine is commonly used for:
- Stimulating appetite in children and adults with poor food intake
- Supporting weight gain in underweight or malnourished individuals
- Managing allergic conditions such as urticaria (hives) and hay fever
- Supporting liver health and fat metabolism with Tricholine Citrate
- Improving nutritional recovery after illness or prolonged infections
Indications
Cyproheptadine HCl is indicated as an appetite stimulant in functional or pathological anorexia, and as an H1 antihistamine for the management of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, angioedema, and serum sickness. Tricholine Citrate is used as a hepatoprotective and lipotropic agent that promotes hepatic fat mobilisation and supports liver function. The combination is indicated in conditions of poor appetite, failure to thrive, and convalescent nutritional insufficiency with or without concurrent allergic manifestations.
How Cyptron Syrup (S/F) Works
Cyptron Syrup (S/F) works mainly through Cyproheptadine, which blocks histamine and serotonin receptors in the brain that normally suppress appetite, thereby making the patient feel hungrier and increasing food intake. Tricholine Citrate supports the liver by helping it process and mobilise fats more efficiently, which is important for overall nutritional health. Sorbitol helps improve the taste and consistency of the syrup.
Mechanism of Action
Cyproheptadine HCl is a first-generation H1 receptor and 5-HT2 receptor antagonist. The appetite-stimulating effect is primarily attributed to blockade of hypothalamic serotonin (5-HT2) receptors that regulate satiety signalling via the ventromedial hypothalamus, leading to increased orexigenic drive and enhanced caloric intake. Its antihistaminic activity also reduces histamine-mediated allergic symptoms. Tricholine Citrate provides choline, a lipotropic agent that promotes hepatic phosphatidylcholine synthesis and is essential for VLDL assembly and hepatic triglyceride export, reducing intrahepatic lipid accumulation and supporting hepatocellular function.
Key Benefits
- Effectively increases appetite in children and adults who eat poorly
- Dual action — stimulates appetite and supports liver fat metabolism
- Sugar-free formulation suitable for diabetic patients
- Also relieves mild allergic symptoms due to antihistamine activity
Did You Know?
Cyproheptadine was originally developed as an antihistamine in the 1950s, and its appetite-stimulating property was discovered as a beneficial side effect. This mechanism is now well understood — it works by blocking serotonin pathways in the hypothalamus that tell the brain it has eaten enough.
When & How to Take
Cyptron Syrup (S/F) should be taken as prescribed by your doctor, usually before meals to maximise the appetite-stimulating effect. Cyproheptadine may cause drowsiness, especially in the first few days. Follow your doctor's instructions on dose and duration.
Always follow the dosage and schedule advised by your doctor — this is general guidance only.
Possible Side Effects
Drowsiness is the most commonly reported side effect of Cyproheptadine. Dry mouth, mild dizziness, or increased sleepiness may also occur. These effects usually lessen after a few days of use. Tell your doctor if any side effect is severe or persistent.
Precautions & Safety
- Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery as this syrup may cause drowsiness
- Inform your doctor if the patient has glaucoma, urinary problems, or asthma
- Not recommended for use in newborns without specialist advice
- Avoid combining with sedatives or alcohol as drowsiness may worsen
- Use under medical supervision for prolonged periods
Myths vs Facts
Appetite syrups like Cyptron are habit-forming and unsafe for long-term use.
Cyproheptadine is not habit-forming. It is a well-studied antihistamine used safely for decades. Long-term use for appetite stimulation is generally undertaken under a doctor's supervision without dependence concerns.
Appetite syrups work as well without a proper diet.
Cyptron Syrup stimulates the desire to eat, but the patient must actually consume nutritious food. Appetite stimulants are most effective when used alongside a balanced, calorie-rich diet plan guided by the doctor.
