Toractin Syrup
UGX 5,500
Toractin 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.
Description
Toractin 2mg/5ml 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 or increase appetite 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.
Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.
USES OF TORACTIN SYRUP
BENEFITS OF TORACTIN SYRUP
In Appetite stimulant
Toractin 2mg/5ml 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 TORACTIN 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 Toractin
- Increased appetite
HOW TO USE TORACTIN 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. Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW TORACTIN SYRUP WORKS
Toractin 2mg/5ml 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.
SAFETY ADVICE
Alcohol
UNSAFE
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
Pregnancy
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, there are limited human studies.
Breastfeeding
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Unless Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to lower the prolactin levels in the mother, it should be avoided as it might interfere with breastfeeding.
Unless Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup is used to lower the prolactin levels in the mother, it should be avoided as it might interfere with breastfeeding.
Driving
UNSAFE
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may cause dizziness, sedation, and hypotension in elderly patients. This may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Toractin 2mg/5ml Syrup in patients with liver disease.
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