Practin Syrup

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:04 AM (IST)

Practin Syrup 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.

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General Information

Contains

Cyproheptadine (2mg/5ml)

Marketer

Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Practin Syrup 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 Practin Syrup

Benefits of Practin Syrup

Treatment of Allergic conditions
Practin Syrup 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.

Appetite stimulant
Practin Syrup 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 Practin 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 Practin

Dizziness
Headache
Impaired coordination
Sleepiness

How to use Practin 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. Practin Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Practin Syrup works

Practin Syrup 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.

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Quick tips

Take Practin Syrup 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 Practin Syrup, as it may cause excessive sleepiness or drowsiness.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

Practin Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Practin Syrup during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Practin Syrup during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Practin Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Practin Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Practin Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Practin Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is limited information available on the use of Practin Syrup in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

Total IgE

References

Katzung BG. Histamines, Serotonin, & the ErgotAlkaloids. In: Katzung BG, Masters SB, Trevor AJ, editors. Basic and Clinical Pharmacology. 11th ed. New Delhi, India: Tata McGraw Hill Education Private Limited; 2009. p. 285.
Sanders-Bush E, Hazelwood L. 5-Hydroxytryptamine (Serotonin) and Dopamine. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. p. 351.
Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 342-43.
Medscape. Cyproheptadine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Cyproheptadine HCI [Drug Label]. Pune, India: Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd.; 2009. [Accessed 25 Jul. 2024] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Practin Syrup

Twice A Day

45%

Once A Day

40%

Thrice A Day

14%

What are you using Practin Syrup for?

Appetite stimulant

80%

Allergic disorders

20%

Patient concerns

Lack of appetite.what should i do to increse my appetite?

Dr. Sunil Sekhri

Diabetology

Regular exercise, plenty of fruits and salads , Tab Practin 1 tab at night x 5 days

My 18 months old baby boy, dint eat anything even refuses milk too. I have tried bonisan syrup,practin and aristozyme as well.but apetite increase for few days and he reverts to same situation. Kindly help what to do.

Dr. Gopal Samdani

Paediatrics

If you are concern of growth then keep records of height and weight and plot on growth chart. This will give you idea exact your child stands and how your child is growing link for growth chart-- http://iapindia.org/files/IAP_WHO%20WTforHT%200-5%20Boys.pdf. If you are concerned that your child may be underweight, consult your child?s physician. He will try to find any underlying reason for underweight like nutritional deficiency. Blood test may be required to find and confirm nutritional deficiency. If your child is underweight, start by ensuring that most meals and snacks are nutrient-rich. Good sources of protein for weight gain include eggs, peanut butter and other nut butters, bean soups, hummus and full-fat milk, yogurt and cheese. Whole wheat bread and pasta, mashed potatoes and hot cereal are excellent carbohydrate choices, while nuts and seeds, and avocados, are healthy fat sources to help your child gain weight.

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Marketer details

Name: Dr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
Address: Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Ltd., Village Malpur, P.O.Bhud, Baddi, Dist. Solan, H.P.

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Practin Syrup. 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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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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Practin Syrup

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Practin Syrup

Benefits of Practin Syrup

Side effects of Practin Syrup

How to use Practin Syrup

How Practin Syrup works

All substitutes for Practin Syrup

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Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

Related lab tests

Absolute Eosinophil Count

Peripheral Smear Examination

Total IgE

References

User feedback

Patients taking Practin Syrup

What are you using Practin Syrup for?

Patient concerns

Lack of appetite.what should i do to increse my appetite?

My 18 months old baby boy, dint eat anything even refuses milk too. I have tried bonisan syrup,practin and aristozyme as well.but apetite increase for few days and he reverts to same situation. Kindly help what to do.

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