Oraxin 2 mg/5 ml syrup bottle 200.0 ml #1

What is Oraxin Syrup and what is it used for?

Oraxin Syrup is a non-hormonal tonic used to stimulate appetite and promote weight gain. It's used for loss of appetite, weight loss, anorexia nervosa, and as a supplement to anti-tubercular and antiretroviral treatments.

What are the ingredients of Oraxin Syrup?

Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride, Peptone, and Lysine Hydrochloride.

How does Oraxin Syrup work?

Cyproheptadine blocks serotonin's effect on the satiety center in the brain, stimulating appetite. Lysine contributes to growth, and peptone provides amino acids.

What is the dosage of Oraxin Syrup for children and adults?

Children below 3 years: 2.5 ml twice daily. Children 4-7 years: 2.5 ml three times daily. Children 7-14 years: 5 ml three times daily. Adults: 10 ml three times daily.

What are the possible side effects of Oraxin Syrup?

Sedation, dizziness, difficulty with coordination, confusion, restlessness, skin rash, hives, blurred vision, double vision, vertigo, ringing in the ears, low blood pressure, palpitations, rapid heart rate, dry mouth, anorexia, diarrhea, constipation, difficulty urinating, dry nose and throat, and thickening of bronchial secretions.

Who should not take Oraxin Syrup?

Newborn or premature infants, nursing mothers, individuals with hypersensitivity to its ingredients, and people with angle-closure glaucoma, stenosing peptic ulcer, symptomatic prostatic hypertrophy, bladder neck obstruction, or pyloroduodenal obstruction.

What are the precautions to be taken while using Oraxin Syrup?

Use with caution in patients with bronchial asthma, increased intraocular pressure, hyperthyroidism, cardiovascular disease, and hypertension. Be aware of potential impaired mental alertness or excitation in young children. Elderly patients are more susceptible to side effects.

What should be done in case of an overdose?

Induce vomiting, or if not possible, perform gastric lavage followed by activated charcoal. Vasopressors may be used for hypotension, and physostigmine for CNS symptoms.

What are the drug interactions with Oraxin Syrup?

Avoid concurrent use with MAO inhibitors. Additive effects can occur with alcohol and CNS depressants.

How should Oraxin Syrup be stored?

Store in a dark place at 15-30°C, out of reach of children.

What are the available packaging sizes for Oraxin Syrup?

100 ml and 200 ml bottles.