Description:

Cirotamin Tonic 200ml is a nutritional multivitamin tonic syrup primarily used as a general health supplement and appetite stimulant. It is commonly given to children and adults to support growth, improve appetite, boost energy, aid recovery after illness, correct mild nutritional deficiencies, and promote overall vitality. It is especially popular in Ghana for children with poor appetite, picky eating, slow weight gain, or weakness following sickness.

Prescription: Over-the-counter (OTC) dietary supplement. No prescription required in Ghana; freely available in pharmacies, supermarkets, and health shops.

Therapeutic Category:

Multivitamin + Multimineral Tonic / Appetite Stimulant Supplement (Nutritional support and general wellness tonic).

Active Ingredients/Composition: Per 5 ml (typical formulation):

• B-complex vitamins:
  • Thiamine (B1) – 2–5 mg
  • Riboflavin (B2) – 1–2 mg
  • Niacinamide (B3) – 10–20 mg
  • Pyridoxine (B6) – 1–2 mg
  • Cyanocobalamin (B12) – 5–10 mcg
• Often includes: Lysine hydrochloride (50–150 mg) – amino acid for appetite and growth support.
• Other possible additions (in some batches): Trace amounts of vitamin A, C, D, or E, and sometimes zinc or iron. Other ingredients: Purified water, sucrose/sorbitol (sweetener), flavoring (orange/fruit), preservatives (e.g., sodium benzoate), thickeners, citric acid (pH adjuster), and colorants. The syrup is orange/yellow with a pleasant fruity taste.

Vitamins: Yes – Primarily B-complex (B1, B2, B3, B6, B12); sometimes traces of others.

Minerals: None or trace only (most batches do not contain significant added minerals like zinc, iron, or calcium).

Variant:

• Cirotamin Tonic 200ml (standard bottle). Related variants: Cirotamin Forte (higher potency), smaller bottles (100ml or 125ml), or similar tonics with added lysine/zinc/iron (e.g., Cirotamin-M or other branded versions). The 200ml bottle is the most common size.

Consume Type:

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

Directions/Usage: Shake bottle well.

• Children 2–6 years: 5 ml (1 teaspoonful) twice daily.
• Children 7–12 years: 5–10 ml (1–2 teaspoonfuls) twice daily.
• Adults and adolescents: 10–15 ml (2–3 teaspoonfuls) twice daily.
• Take with or after meals to reduce stomach upset.
• Duration: Short-term (2–8 weeks) for appetite/weight gain; longer only under medical guidance.
• Combine with balanced diet and regular meals for best results.

Common Side Effects: Generally well-tolerated; mild/rare:

• Mild gastrointestinal upset (bloating, loose stools).
• Urine discoloration (harmless bright yellow from B vitamins).
• Drowsiness or mild hyperactivity (occasional).
• Allergic reactions (rash, itching – very rare). Discontinue if severe.

Package Type:

Amber plastic bottle of 200ml (child-resistant cap and measuring spoon; labelled carton with nutritional info, dosing chart, and warnings).

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

Safety Advice:

• Dietary supplement—not a substitute for balanced diet or medical treatment of underlying causes of poor appetite/weight loss (e.g., infections, worms, malabsorption).
• Consult paediatrician before use in infants under 2 years or for prolonged use.
• Do not exceed recommended dose (risk of vitamin excess or GI upset).
• If vomiting, diarrhoea, rash, or no improvement in appetite after 3–4 weeks, stop use and seek medical advice.
• Keep out of reach of children (overdose risk from vitamins).

Product Substitutes: Similar multivitamin + appetite stimulant syrups in Ghana (often 200ml):

• Apetamin Syrup (cyproheptadine + vitamins + lysine – very popular)
• Astymin Syrup (amino acids + B vitamins)
• Bonaplex Syrup (similar composition)
• Kidicare Tonic, Prowoman/Proman syrups, or other local appetite tonics Consult pharmacist in Accra (e.g., Scab Pharmacy) for availability.

Manufacturer/Marketer:

Luex Healthcare (Ghana-based or affiliated; produces Cirotamin as part of its pediatric nutritional and tonic range). Marketed/distributed locally in Ghana by Luex Healthcare or pharmacies (widely stocked).

Country of Origin:

Ghana (manufactured locally by Luex Healthcare or under license; widely available in Accra pharmacies as a local product).