Peritol G Drop
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Themis Medicare Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Lysine (NA) + Cyproheptadine (NA) |
Storage | Store below 30°C |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS |
User Rating | 4.5 |
User Reviews | 425 |
FAQ
Peritol G Drop Reviews
Peritol G 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 mouth, and blurred vision. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are at all concerned about any of these side effects. 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.
Never support self-medication or recommend your medicine to another person. Before taking it, you should tell 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.
How Peritol G Drop Works
How to Use Peritol G Drop
Uses of Peritol G Drop
- Appetite stimulant
Peritol G Drop Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Peritol G is prescribed to increase your appetite.
- Keep sipping water and try sucking sugar-free sweets or chewing sugar-free gum to get relief from dryness in the mouth.
- It can cause blurred vision and sleepiness, so do not drive and do not use tools or machines until you feel better.
References
- Najib K, Moghtaderi M, Karamizadeh Z, et al. Beneficial Effect of Cyproheptadine on Body Mass Index in Undernourished Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Iran J Pediatr. 2014;24(6):753-758.
- Combs Jr. GF, McClung JP. The Vitamins: Fundamental Aspects in Nutrition and Health. 5th ed. Westborough, MA: Academic Press; 2017.