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Sycyp Oral Drops

Written By Dr. Radhika Dua, MDS, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS
Last updated on 13 Jan 2024 | 01:02 AM (IST)
Sycyp Oral Drops is usually given to children to treat a wide range of allergic symptoms like watery eyes, runny nose, sneezing, hives (skin rash), and itching. It also helps stimulate appetite (hunger) in children who are dealing with chronic illnesses.
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Your child’s medicine at a glance

Give this medicine to your child by mouth with or without food in the dose, time, and way prescribed by your child’s doctor. Give this medicine at a fixed time so that it gradually becomes a part of your child’s daily routine. If your child vomits within 30 minutes of taking this medicine, give the same dose again. But refrain from doing so if it is already time for the next dose.

Allergic symptoms may be subsided with the initial few doses of Sycyp Oral Drops but hunger stimulation may require a few weeks of continued medicine assistance. Do not abruptly stop the medicine by yourself as sudden withdrawal of the medicine may result in recurrence of symptoms and worsen your child’s condition. Therefore, it is advised to continue the treatment for the prescribed duration for maximum benefit.

Your child may experience minor and temporary side effects like vomiting, nausea, dizziness, sleepiness, excessive hunger, abdominal discomfort, headache, excitement, and irritability, after the intake of this medicine. Usually, these symptoms subside once your child’s body adapts to the medicine. However, in case of prolonged or bothersome events, it would be best to consult your child’s doctor without any delay.

Inform your child’s doctor if your child is on any medical regime or is allergic to any medicine, product, or food. Also, inform the doctor if your child has or had any heart, liver, or kidney problems. It is also important to let your doctor know if your child is born premature or newborn. Any history regarding bowel obstruction, malnutrition, weight-related issues, and thyroid problems should also be well indicated to the doctor to avoid any complications in the treatment. Knowing the entire medical history will help your child’s doctor make dose alterations and plan your child’s overall treatment better.

Uses of Sycyp Oral Drops in children

Benefits of Sycyp Oral Drops for your child

Treatment of Allergic conditions
Sycyp 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.
Appetite stimulant
Sycyp 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 Sycyp Oral Drops in children

Sycyp Oral Drops does not pose serious side effects and is well-tolerated by children. In case the side effects do occur, they’re likely to subside once the body adapts to the medicine. Consult your child’s doctor if these side effects persist or bother your child. The most common side effects include-
Common side effects of Sycyp
  • Vomiting
  • Increased appetite
  • Upset stomach
  • Irritability
  • Dizziness
  • Headache

How can I give Sycyp Oral Drops to my child?

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. Sycyp Oral Drops may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Sycyp Oral Drops works

Sycyp Oral Drops is an antihistaminic medication. It blocks the natural chemical substance (histamine) produced in the body during an allergic state and subsides (lowers) your child’s immune system’s response to these conditions. Sycyp Oral Drops also works as a hunger stimulant by stimulating the appetite center and inhibiting the satiety center, respectively. This results in an increased urge for food intake, thus increasing the total energy requirements of your child.

Quick tips

  • Sycyp Oral Drops is used for the treatment of allergies, reduced hunger, or weight-loss associated with a long-term illness.
  • Never combine Sycyp Oral Drops with other cold and flu medicines as that may have side effects.
  • Make sure that you always have enough medicine.
  • Sycyp Oral Drops is prohibited for use in premature and newborn babies.
  • Practice self-care tips:
    1. Abstain your child from coming in contact with allergens
    2. Encourage your child to wear a face mask and avoid dusty places
    3. Ensure a well-balanced diet for your child.

Safety advice

Kidney

Kidney

CAUTION
Sycyp Oral Drops should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Sycyp Oral Drops may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver

Liver

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Sycyp Oral Drops in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

Frequently asked questions

Loss of appetite is commonly observed with the intake of some medicines. Sycyp Oral Drops helps stimulate hunger and therefore, it is effective in managing poor nutrition. It usually takes around a few days to weeks to show results. Make sure that your child is not on any other medicines that exhibit a similar action as that of Sycyp Oral Drops since it may lead to unwanted effects or treatment failure.
No, although this medicine causes drowsiness as a side effect, it should not be given to induce sleep in children. Consult your doctor if you have any queries regarding the use of this medicine.
Sycyp Oral Drops can sometimes interact with other medicines or substances. Tell your doctor about any other medicines your child is taking before starting Sycyp Oral Drops. Also, check with your child’s doctor before giving any medicine to your child.
Sycyp Oral Drops should be given strictly as prescribed by your child’s doctor. The dose of the medicine is calculated according to your child’s body weight and age. Do not increase or decrease the dose on your own as it may cause unwanted effects and can worsen your child’s condition.
Sycyp Oral Drops should be stored at room temperature, in a dry place, away from direct heat and light. Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children to avoid any accidental intake.
Always consult your child’s doctor at every step in case of any confusion. Contact your child’s doctor immediately if your child develops serious side effects. These may include allergic reactions (such as facial swelling, trouble breathing), signs of liver problem (such as dark-colored urine, yellow eyes or skin), excessive sleepiness, rapid heartbeat, hallucinations, feeling confused or hyperactive, trouble passing urine, irritability, and vision changes.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzocycloheptenes Derivative

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

VITAMINS MINERALS NUTRIENTS

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (First Generation)

References

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  2. RA Skidgel. Histamine, Bradykinin, and Their Antagonists. In: Brunton LL, Hilal-Dandan R, Knollmann BC (Editors). Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 13th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2018. p. 718.
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