Flexidine Syrup is a combination medicine used to treat loss of appetite. It is an effective appetite stimulant. It works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger which regulates appetite.
Flexidine Syrup 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 the mouth, and blurred vision. Most of these are temporary and usually resolve with time. Contact your doctor straight away if you are concerned about any of these. 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.
Before taking Flexidine Syrup, inform 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 before taking this medicine.
Flexidine Syrup is a combination of medicines that increases hunger by constantly increasing the energy requirements of an individual. 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 the nutritional status.
Side effects of Flexidine Syrup
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Flexidine
Constipation
Dryness in mouth
Drowsiness
Sleepiness
Blurred vision
How to use Flexidine Syrup
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a measuring cup and take it by mouth. Shake well before use. Flexidine Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Flexidine Syrup works
Flexidine Syrup is a combination of three medicines: Cyproheptadine, tricholine citrate and sorbitol, which revives appetite. Cyproheptadine is an appetite-stimulant. It works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger (serotonin) in the hypothalamus, a part of the brain which regulates appetite. Tricholine citrate is a bile acid binding agent which removes bile acids from the body. The liver then produces more bile acids using cholesterol, as a result of which cholesterol level is lowered. Sorbitol acts as a syrup base and also as an osmotic laxative to relieve constipation.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Flexidine Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flexidine Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Flexidine Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Flexidine Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Flexidine Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Flexidine Syrup should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Flexidine Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Flexidine Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Flexidine Syrup?
If you miss a dose of Flexidine Syrup, 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.
All substitutes
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Hello ,this is very common among children. Increase fibre rich diet like salads, chana, mixed flour. Avoid refined flour and maida items.Also increase fluid intake and can also increase sugar quantity in milk for looser stools. Medicines can be prescribed if problem persists.
this is response to my query on lack of sexual urge and poor errection ,I am diabetic as mentioned earlier. You have asked me since when I am facing this. Well some 5-6 years from now the urge has come down and though I do get the urge, its only when I have some alcohol and not without any stimulant, I have not used any such stimulant yet.Please suggest.
Dr. Pranay Gandhi
Sexology
1.stop smoking and alcohol 2.join a gym and reduce weight. Do weight lifting exercises. 3.tablet sildenafil or viagra 1 tablet 1 hour before sexual activity. 4.Get tested so that u don?t have any of the following causes: 1.heart diseases 2. diabetes 3.neurological problems 4.hormonal problems 5.drug side effects
My son , he is very lean body and very low to take of food,he is not at all interest in sweet, bitter but interested in sour. He is little bit of crazy and active, some more time he have suffered fever with cold with coughing etc,and treated with homeo. but still have little intake of food,saying that inducted by vomiting and saying , so pls provide food intake and increase immunity
Dr. Manju Singh
Homeopathy
On the basis of information you have provided you can consider following homeopathic medicines:ALFALFA MALT - ENERGY STIMULANThttp://www.1mgayush.com/Immunity/products/ALFALFAMALT/Standard1 teaspoonful, 2 times a day.
Q. Can the use of Flexidine Syrup cause dryness in mouth?
Yes, the use of Flexidine Syrup can cause dry mouth. If you experience dry mouth, drink plenty of water. Take regular sips during the day and keep some water by your bed at night. You may use lip balm if your lips are also dry.
Q. Can the use of Flexidine Syrup cause dizziness?
Yes, the use of Flexidine Syrup can cause dizziness (feeling faint, weak, unsteady or lightheaded) in some patients. If you feel dizzy or lightheaded it is better to rest for some time and resume once you feel better. Do not drive or use any machines.
Q. \What is the recommended storage condition for Flexidine Syrup?
Keep this medicine in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
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