Description:

Apeti Syrup 200ml (by Geo Medicore Limited) is a nutritional appetite stimulant syrup designed to increase hunger, promote weight gain, and support recovery in cases of loss of appetite, malnutrition, underweight conditions, or poor eating habits. It combines cyproheptadine (an antihistamine with strong appetite-stimulating side effects) with lysine (an essential amino acid) and B-complex vitamins to enhance food intake, improve nutritional status, and aid growth/energy levels. It is commonly used in Ghana (Accra) as an OTC supplement for children and adults needing better appetite, though its use is sometimes controversial due to unregulated sales and potential misuse for body enhancement.

Prescription:

Prescription-only in regulated markets (cyproheptadine requires Rx in many countries, including Ghana for formal dispensing). In practice, it is often sold OTC or informally in Ghana pharmacies and markets. Consult a doctor before use—unregulated products carry risks of contamination or incorrect dosing.

Therapeutic Category:

Appetite Stimulant / Antihistamine + Nutritional Supplement (Cyproheptadine for hunger stimulation; lysine/vitamins for nutritional support).

Active Ingredients/Composition:

Per 5 ml (standard serving):

• Cyproheptadine hydrochloride – 2 mg (primary appetite stimulant via 5-HT₂C and H₁ receptor blockade in the hypothalamus).
• L-Lysine hydrochloride – 150 mg (essential amino acid; supports protein synthesis and appetite).
• Vitamins (B-complex):
  • Thiamine (Vitamin B1) – 1–2 mg
  • Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) – 0.5–1 mg
  • Pyridoxine (Vitamin B6) – 1–1.5 mg
  • Nicotinamide (Vitamin B3) – 10 mg
  • Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12) – 1 mcg
  • Dexpanthenol (provitamin B5) – 5–10 mg (in some formulations). Other ingredients: Purified water, sucrose/sorbitol (sweetener), flavoring, preservatives, thickeners, and colorants. Syrup is brown/orange with pleasant taste.

Vitamins:

Yes – B-complex vitamins (B1/thiamine, B2/riboflavin, B3/nicotinamide, B5/dexpanthenol, B6/pyridoxine, B12/cyanocobalamin) for energy metabolism and nutritional support.

Minerals:

None (no significant mineral content; some similar syrups add zinc/iron, but standard Apeti does not).

Variant:

• Apeti Syrup 200ml (standard syrup bottle). Related variants: Apeti tablets/caplets (cyproheptadine only, no vitamins/lysine), smaller bottles (e.g., 100ml), or similar appetite syrups (e.g., Super Apeti Plus). The 200ml liquid is the common size.

Consume Type:

Oral – Syrup (liquid; shake well before use; measured with spoon/cup).

Directions/Usage:

Adults: Typically 10 ml (2 teaspoonfuls) three times daily before meals (or as directed on label).

• Children (7–14 years): 5–10 ml three times daily.
• Children (2–6 years): 5 ml three times daily (consult doctor/pharmacist).
• Take before meals to stimulate appetite.
• Duration: Short-term (e.g., 2–4 weeks or until appetite improves); do not use long-term without medical advice.
• Combine with balanced diet for best results.

Common Side Effects: Common (mild):

• Drowsiness/sedation (from cyproheptadine)
• Dry mouth
• Dizziness
• Constipation
• Increased appetite/weight gain (intended effect)
• Gastrointestinal upset (nausea, vomiting, diarrhea). Rare/serious (seek help): Severe drowsiness, confusion, allergic reactions (rash/swelling), liver issues (jaundice), or overdose symptoms (delirium, seizures, cardiac effects).

Package Type:

Plastic bottle of 200ml (amber/clear with screw cap and measuring spoon/cup; labelled carton with nutritional info and dosing guide).

Storage Advice:

Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (below 25–30°C), away from direct sunlight and heat. Keep tightly closed after use. Out of reach of children.

Safety Advice:

• Not FDA-approved in many countries (cyproheptadine is Rx elsewhere; unregulated sale raises contamination/adulteration risks).
• Consult doctor before use if pregnant/breastfeeding (cyproheptadine generally avoided in pregnancy), have glaucoma, urinary retention, prostate issues, or on sedatives/antidepressants (increases drowsiness).
• Do not exceed dose (risk of sedation, anticholinergic effects, or overdose).
• If drowsiness occurs, avoid driving/machinery.
• If severe sedation, confusion, or allergic symptoms occur, stop use and seek medical care.
• Keep out of reach of children (overdose risk from cyproheptadine).

Product Substitutes: Similar appetite stimulant syrups in Ghana include:

• Apetamin Syrup (similar cyproheptadine + lysine + vitamins; same category).
• Super Apeti Syrup (cyproheptadine 2mg + lysine 150mg + B vitamins).
• Apetite Tonic or other cyproheptadine-based syrups.
• Feroglobin Syrup (iron + vitamins, no cyproheptadine). Consult pharmacist in Accra (e.g., Scab Pharmacy) for availability (note: Apetamin/Apeti products face regulatory scrutiny in some countries).

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Geo Medicore Limited (India-based pharmaceutical company; primary manufacturer of Apeti Syrup). Marketed/distributed in Ghana by local importers/pharmacies (widely stocked despite regulatory concerns in some markets).

Country of Origin:

India (manufactured by Geo Medicore Limited; imported to Ghana and available through pharmacies or informal channels).