Ecydin Oral Drops

Ecydin Oral Drops belongs to the class of medication called 'anti-allergic' and 'anti serotonin' drugs primarily used to treat symptoms of allergies such as itching, runny nose, sneezing, or watery eyes. Besides this, Ecydin Oral Drops is also used to treat certain allergic skin conditions such as urticaria (nettle rash triggered by a reaction to the medicine, food, or other irritants) and angioedema (painless swelling under the skin). An allergy occurs when foreign elements known as allergens attack and invade our body, thereby causing histamine release (a chemical messenger) that causes swelling, inflammation, redness, itchiness, itchy/watery nose and throat, and watery eyes. 

Ecydin Oral Drops contains Cyproheptadine which works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions.  It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Ecydin Oral Drops has an appetite-stimulating effect and is used to stimulate hunger in patients suffering from appetite loss.

Take Ecydin Oral Drops as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Ecydin Oral Drops for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. Some people may experience drowsiness, dizziness, constipation, blurred vision, restlessness, dry mouth, nose, or throat. Most of these side effects of Ecydin Oral Drops do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

If you are allergic to Ecydin Oral Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Ecydin Oral Drops should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before taking Ecydin Oral Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ecydin Oral Drops is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid using Ecydin Oral Drops if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drive only if you are alert as Ecydin Oral Drops may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Ecydin Oral Drops as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

Ecydin Oral Drops contains Cyproheptadine, an antihistamine (anti-allergic drug) used to treat symptoms of allergies. Ecydin Oral Drops blocks the action of histamine, a substance responsible for causing allergic reactions. It helps to provide relief from allergy symptoms such as sneezing, running nose, watery eyes, itching, swelling, and congestion or stiffness. Also, Ecydin Oral Drops is used to treat certain allergic skin conditions such as urticaria (nettle rash triggered by a reaction to medicine, food or other irritants) and angioedema (painless swelling under the skin). Additionally, Ecydin Oral Drops has an appetite-stimulating effect and is used to stimulate hunger in patients suffering from appetite loss.

If you are allergic to Ecydin Oral Drops or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. If you have high blood pressure, narrow-angle glaucoma, asthma, stomach ulcer or blockage, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), enlarged prostate, heart or urinary problems, inform your doctor before taking Ecydin Oral Drops. Ecydin Oral Drops should be used with caution in elderly patients due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Please consult a doctor before taking Ecydin Oral Drops if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Ecydin Oral Drops is not recommended for children below 2 years of age, as the safety and effectiveness were not established. Avoid using Ecydin Oral Drops if you have taken medicines such as linezolid, phenelzine, selegiline, rasagiline, isocarboxazid, tranylcypromine, and methylene blue injection in the past 14 days. Drive only if you are alert as Ecydin Oral Drops may cause drowsiness, dizziness, or low blood pressure. Avoid consumption of alcohol with Ecydin Oral Drops as it may increase the risk of adverse effects.

• Ecydin Oral Drops is not recommended for use in children below 2 years of age.
• Prolonged use of Ecydin Oral Drops may diminish mental alertness, so avoid driving a motor vehicle or performing a hazardous task after taking this medicine.  
• If you have used any MAOs inhibitors antidepressant pills (like selegiline, phenelzine, tranylcypromine, isocarboxazid) within the last 14 days, avoid using Ecydin Oral Drops. 
• Ecydin Oral Drops should be used by people with asthma, glaucoma, thyroid disorder, and heart problems.