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I've been on Dexona and Practin 4mg for 5 years with continuous side effects. I used to be lean. One of my friends suggested it, who has used it for 2 months and stopped and he has some skin problems. If i stop taking it for one day i start facing some problems. What would be the side effects for me if i stop using this at this point? Also, what are the tests i need to take? Currently I experience laziness, a headache sometimes, hypertension, and i feel very tense when it comes to small issues. ## Have you discussed it with a doctor? PRactin contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, it is an antihistamine and, while it does cause weight gain in some people due to appetite changes, using it in such a manner, without your doctors approval is not safe. Any weight gain achieved is ...

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Can i take cipla actin and arvs? ## Can i use cipla actin and arvs? I want to know if there is no side effects ## . Im hiv ppsitev so i wnt to knw can I use cipla actin.while I'm eating arvs ## I want to give my 7 months old baby cipla actin is this safe for him please help ## Can I take cipla actin with my arvs? Will I gain weight? ## I want to know that tehre are no side effects if I use cipla actin and my arvs cz. I'm hiv+ Please, I need the help before I take it cz. I really want to gain my weight back. ## Can I take cipla actin while I'm taking arvs It's been 9 months but still i haven't got my weight back ## According to the University of Maryland Medical Center (umm.edu / drug interaction tool), there are no drug interactions listed between Cyproheptadine (Cip...

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Is it true that by taking this drug you will be able to gain weight, enlarge breasts and develop hips? If so, after how long from when you start taking the Apetito? ## I really want to gain weight, so i bought appetine pills. Will they really help me gain weight? ## Yes, it's true. It took me two months to have a beautiful body, but it has one side effect - you get a pot belly. ## drink banana shake three times a day u can gain weight upto 8kg in 15 days .....and for making healthy banana shake add 3 bananas in half cup of milk.. ## where can i find super apetito in ireland, would like to gain some weight ## I want to take apetito tablets to gain weight are they not cancerous? and after how long will i see the difference and when to stop? thanx.. ## were can i buy apetito tablets in...

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Hi, I'm 24yrs old and my weight is 40kgs. I am not yet on ARVs but I'm HIV positive. I previously weighed 50kgs and I would like to get back to my weight. Is Cipla actin safe for me? ## I'm glad u asked that question because I've also been asking it at the clinic I take my arvs from but was advised to tell the pharmacist that I'm HIV + before buying anything over the counter....I hope someone out there will have the answers we are looking for. I desperately need to gain my appetite back & my weight. ## Before combining any two or more substances, I think it's always best to contact your prescribing doctor first just to be on the safe side. However according to the US National Institute of Health, there are no contraindications listed between Cyproheptadine (t...

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Good day. I would like to ask if it's safe to use cipla actin while I have stomach ulcers? Thank you ## This medication contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, it is an antihistamine that is most commonly used to treat, or prevent allergy symptoms. According to the FDA, it may cause stomach irritation, and nausea, as side effects, along with dizziness, headache, dry mouth, and weight changes, so it would best to check with your doctor, before taking it, to be sure it is safe for you. Are you on any other medications? Ref: Medline Plus Cyproheptadine ## I have been using mayogel suspension due to the stomach pain I've been experiencing, which only tones down the pain. I would then opt to use cipla actin and the pain would simply fade away for days ## Can I take Cipla-Actin...

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So far, I've experienced zero improvement after taking these tablets. How do Apetito tablets work and for how long should they be taken in order to start noticing changes? ## How Do Apetito (Cyproheptadine) Tablets Work? According to MedlinePlus, Cyproheptadine is in a class of medications called antihistamines and works by blocking the action of histamine; a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. However, one well-known, but off-label use of Cyproheptadine is to stimulate one's appetite to help with weight gain. You can read more about Cyproheptadine's role in weight management by visiting the links below: [1] Use of cyproheptadine to stimulate appetite and body weight gain - A systematic review [2] Efficacy and Tolerability of Cyproheptadine in Poor Appetite ...

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Where can i buy apetito tablets over the counter in Johannesburg South Africa? ## Is there a pharmacist in JHB that has the Apetito Tablets over the counter? ## How to order the apetito tablets? ## Where can I get apetito pills in lebowakgomo? ## The drug is not available everywhere so you need to ask the ladies who sell skin lightening creams. ## Yes, you can buy apetito over the counter at any Chemist, but ask for Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride 4mg. ## Where can I find apetito pills in jhb in maboneng? ## Where in johannesburg can I get the appetito pills? ## Hi. I am looking for Apetito pills. Does anyone know about their availability? ## Where can I buy apetito weight gain pills in Qwaqwa? ## Can you please tell me where I can buy apetito tablets? Is it available over-the-counter or d...

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Can I take Apetito tablets when I'm using ARV's? ## can i use major curves butt enhancement if I'm taking arv's ## need to know if I can take cipla acti.n while in arvs ## I've lost so much weight and shape with arv's I also need to know if I can use cyproheptadine and where can I get it ## can i take appetitos with arvs and when breastfeeding i need to gain weight asap. ## Can I take cipla actin while I am on ARV'S? ## Hellow. I have lost a lot of weight over the past months and I am on ARV's. Is it okay to take Cipla Actin tablets to help with gaining wight. Thank you ## Um on ARV's, at at the same time struggling to conceive. So won't taking Apetito make the situation worse? ## hie,is it safe to take APETITO tables when im in ARV's? ## Is p...

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Does Dexona and Practin Tabs Increase weight...? Will i have any problems in future....? ## Please I recommend not to use practin and dexona....for weight gain... i used them for 2 mnths for weight gain...i gained 12 kgs in 2 months but after leaving those tablets..i had jaundice..and had anrexia and nausea ...and had no appetite..i lost all 12 kgs in only 15-20 days...but the symptoms continued..i had a doctor checkup ..he told me that it will take 8-12 months to recover.. However u can use only practin.... ## I have to agree, unless your doctor has instructed you to do so, it isn't safe to try to use these medications just to gain weight. Like any drug, they carry the risk of causing other severe side effects, just like Nayan has stated. Practin contains the active ingredient Cypr...

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I am 29 and i have been taken this drug Bonaplex syrup for some time now, I want to know if it really helps in gaining weight and it side effects. Thanks and if you could be of a help to a quick weight gain drug for me. ## Bonaplex Syrup contains vitamins and Cyproheptadine, which is an antihistamine and it really shouldn't be used for this, unless you are severely underweight and a doctor has told you to take it. Learn more Cyproheptadine details here. It can increase appetite and cause weight gain, as side effects, as well as causing drowsiness, dry mouth and dizziness. Have you gained any weight? ## my baby is 8 month and I want to know if she can use this bonaplex syrup ## Its very effective in weight gain, I gave it to my underweight toddler n she has started gaining weight. Tn...

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Apetito (Cyproheptadine) is a first-generation antihistamine marketed for use as an appetite stimulant to help promote weight gain and an increased body mass index in those who may be malnourished or under-caloried due to inadequate food intake. Clinical Studies On The Benefits Of Apetito Pills For Weight Gain [1] Beneficial Effect of Cyproheptadine on Body Mass Index in Undernourished Children: A Randomized Controlled Trial [2] Use of Cyproheptadine to stimulate appetite and body weight gain: A systematic review Other Prescribed Uses Of Cyproheptadine [3] MedlinePlus ## What country is that brand (Apetito) manufactured in? From what I could gather, the drug Cyproheptadine is known to be an antihistamine used to treat or prevent symptoms of hay fever and other allergies. Reports suggest...

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I used the appetito tablets for a week and now my left breast is experiencing watery discharge....Do these tablets cause hormonal imbalance? I'm really worried as I'm already one week late for my periods... ## Same thing is happening to me. My left breast is becoming big and painful... If I wear a bra, all of it will be in pain. ## Hello Ruey, According to the National Institute of Health Apetito contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine which is an antihistamine with additional anticholinergic, antiserotonergic, and local anesthetic properties. This medication can be used to treat a variety of things to include stop allergic reactions, increase appetite, weight gain, reduce migraine pain and stop itching. The NIH does not list breast pain or discharge under the list of adve...

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Sir i take these 2 tablets since 3 year. Now i stop to take this. So please tell me what is the side effect of it. ## Withdrawal symptoms are probably going to be very different for everyone, so I can only speak based on gathered research: There have been reported cases of psychotic syndrome after withdrawal of Cyproheptadine (Ciplactin), so I would suggest tapering off this one as opposed to just stopping it completely after all those years. I would also strongly recommend taking your time tapering off of Dexamethasone (Dexona) or you could have some very unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. I don't know the specific details of what one might come to expect, but I'd imagine it to be similar to the list of side effects for each medication. Learn More: Dexamethasone Details Cyprohepta...

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Cipla actin is used to treat different disease - so what are these diseases? It is not written on the instruction papers that it can help with weight gain. ## This medication is listed as containing the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, which is an antihistamine that is used to treat seasonal allergies, such as hay fever, as reported by the NIH. The weight gain is a side effect from long-term use, but it is generally not permanent and one will usually lose the weight, once they stop taking it. It tends to make people have more of an appetite, but as I said, that is not a permanent thing. Is there anything else I can help with? ## Hi. I want to know if I will receive beautiful glowing skin and a nice complexion when i use cipla action tablets, cuz I have black spots from mosquito bites o...

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I cant find any info on this pill? Round White Pill A Line On One Side & CTN On The Other Side ## From what I've been able to find, a tablet with just the CTN on one side and a score line on the other is from South Africa and is a medication called Cipla-Actin, it contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine. It is an antihistamine that's used to treat allergies, severe weight loss and several other medical issues. Learn more Cyproheptadine details here. Its most common side effects include dizziness, drowsiness and weight gain. And this information is only relevant to the tablet described, round, white, with CTN on one side and a score line on the other. There are some others in the U.S. that are available over the counter that have a CTN on one side and 10 on the opposite...

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What is the story with these tablets? Do you get a big butt and big hips? I'm very interested to know and am tempted to take them cos im not happy with my body shape. However i read a story of a girl where she took the tablets and only one butt cheek grew, and i think it's now irreversible! ## They contain the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, which is an antihistamine that is most commonly used to treat allergic reactions. It is not safe to try to use them just to gain weight, unless your doctor has specifically instructed you to do so. Just like any other medication, it carries the risk of side effects and adverse reactions. Learn more: And yes, it would be reversible, because the weight gain only lasts as long as you are taking the medication. Are there any other questions or...

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Can a man use apetito and if so, what are the side effects? ## For what reason is this supplement used? ## Can apetito be used by man if they want to gain weight? ## Appetite-increasing medications such as Appetito (cyproheptadine) are not gender oriented and can be taken by a man or woman. Please note however that cyproheptadine is an antihistamine used primarily for allergy relief and weight gain/appetite increases are merely a possible side effect; therefore this should not be relied upon as a sole means of gaining weight. Only a proper dietary regimen, adjusting one's eating habits and/or weight training are effective long-term solutions for healthy weight management. I would encourage others who may be seeking to use cyproheptadine to also consult a qualified nutritionist who c...

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My friend told me taking 1 Practin and 1 Dexona everyday will make my body stronger and I will be more muscular. He told me about dizziness side effect. I really want to know the truth.... does it really make me stronger or will give me some problems in future...please reply soon.. ## Practin contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, you can learn more about it and the side effects here: Dexina contains the active ingredient Dexamethasone, which is a steroid and very risky: There are a lot more possible side effects, other than just dizziness. They will not do what you want them to do and they should never be used without a doctor's approval and supervision. Are there any other comments or questions? ## Thank you... A message for people who wants to achieve muscular body. "...

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I am a breastfeeding mom to a 16months baby. I want to gain weight, is it suitable for me to take cipla action? ## Im breastfeeding to a 3month old baby can i use cipla active pills, wont they course anything bad? ## Breast feeding a 1 month baby can i use cipla actin weight gain ## I would encourage patients to consult with their doctor before taking any sort of medication or supplement while pregnant or breastfeeding. If you just want to play it safe though, it may be a good idea to wait until your child is old enough to stop breastfeeding... That way they aren't directly affected by what you put in your body. But only you and/or your doctor can weigh out the risks vs benefits and decide from there what the best course of action might be. Wishing you all good health and a happy ba...

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