Step-UP Oral Drops
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Product introduction
Step-UP Oral Drops belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms of inflammation as well as itching, swelling and rashes. It is also used to treat loss of appetite (need for food). It is an effective hunger stimulant.
Step-UP Oral Drops can be taken with or without food and it is better to take it in a dose and duration as advised by the doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe.
This medicine may cause some amount of dizziness, so do not drive or do anything that needs attention. Consult your doctor if it persists or worries you. It may cause a headache in some cases. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.
Uses of Step-UP Oral Drops
Benefits of Step-UP Oral Drops
In Treatment of Allergic conditions
Step-UP Oral Drops prevents the release of substances in the body that cause inflammation and symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. It can be used to treat a great many different inflammatory and allergic conditions. It lowers your immune system’s response to these conditions so you should avoid being near people who are ill or have infections.
In Appetite stimulant
Step-UP Oral Drops 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 Step-UP Oral Drops
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 Step-UP
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Impaired coordination
- Sleepiness
How to use Step-UP Oral Drops
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Measure it with a marked dropper and take it as directed. Step-UP Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Step-UP Oral Drops works
Step-UP Oral Drops is an antihistamine medication. It blocks the action of certain chemical messengers that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions. Due to constant increased energy intake and stimulation of growth hormone secretion, it stimulates the appetite too.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Step-UP Oral Drops may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Step-UP Oral Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Step-UP Oral Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Step-UP Oral Drops may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Step-UP Oral Drops may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Step-UP Oral Drops may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Step-UP Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Step-UP Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Step-UP Oral Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Step-UP Oral Drops?
If you miss a dose of Step-UP Oral Drops, 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.
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Quick tips
- Take Step-UP Oral Drops as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
- Avoid driving or operating dangerous machinery as it may decrease alertness.
- Avoid consuming alcohol when taking the Step-UP Oral Drops, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS
Action Class
H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Step-UP Oral Drops
Twice A Day
67%
Once A Day
33%
What are you using Step-UP Oral Drops for?
Appetite stim*
100%
*Appetite stimulant
How much was the improvement?
Poor
50%
Average
50%
What were the side-effects while using Step-UP Oral Drops?
Drowsiness
50%
No Side Effec*
50%
*No Side Effect
How do you take Step-UP Oral Drops?
Empty stomach
50%
With food
50%
Please rate Step-UP Oral Drops on price
Not Expensive
67%
Average
33%
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Marketer details
Name: Emcee Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd
Address: DB-107, Ground Floor, Sector-I, Salt Lake City, Kolkata- 700064
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: November, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Step-UP Oral Drops. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: November, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Step-UP Oral Drops. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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