Drug Information
Super Appetite or Super Apeti is a medication that contains mainly cyproheptadine, an antihistamine used to relieve allergy symptoms such as watery eyes, runny nose, itching eyes/nose, sneezing, hives, itching and to increase appetite. Super Apeti plus has Vitamin B Complex added while the syrup contains Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride, Lysine Hydrochloride and Vitamin B Complex. Cyproheptadine hydrochloride is a histamine antagonist with appetite-stimulating effect. The probable mechanisms for appetite-stimulating effect of this drug including constant increased energy intake through more desire to eating and stimulation of growth hormone secretion by deep sleep induction. The drug is produced and marketed by Shalina Healthcare a pharmaceutical company.
How Super Appetite Works
Super Appetite works by blocking a certain natural substance (histamine) that your body makes during an allergic reaction. It has long been known that the administration of antihistamines can cause weight gain. One reason, which may be the most reasonable, is that histamine is known to reduce the appetite, and antihistamines, therefore, counteract this effect. A study published in JAMA Journal showed that Cyproheptadine significantly increase appetite and weight in humans.
Uses of Super Appetite
Medically this medication is used to relieve allergy symptoms, itching, and to increase appetite. Cyproheptadine is also currently clinically being used as an appetite stimulant for children with failure to thrive without underlying organic disease. This drug helps individuals who are too thin, skinny, slim in stature to gain healthy weight in as little as 2 to 3 weeks of use. It helps in slowing down the body metabolism thereby helping an individual gain weight when calories are being consumed. This explains why Super Appetite is used in working out and fitness programs by weight enthusiasts. Individuals start to notice change within 10 days upward of use. Super Appetite fight anorexia, stimulate your appetite and assist you with eating more food, which will essentially result in gaining more weight.
The recreational use of this drug has blossomed in the last few years, many women misuse Super Appetite for cosmetic purposes mainly for bigger hips and buttocks. But why do women go this extra mile to enhance their glutes ? Across all the cultures and races, men seem to prefer the women with small waist and bigger glutes attractive. This preference can be traced back to prehistoric times. While studying remote tribes in Africa, scientists observed how while choosing a mate, men used to line up all the unmarried girls of a village in a row and then the male highest in the hierarchy will choose the girl whose back will protrude out the most. In the Victorian Era, women used to enhance their backside by wearing bustles. Wearing high heels that also help in enhancing how a woman’s backside looks.
Health Benefits
Super Appetite has several health benefits especially for those suffering from allergy symptoms such as itching. It can relieve symptoms such as Allergic rhinitis (inflammation of the nasal passages), Allergic conjunctivitis (eye inflammation), Atopic dermatitis (a type of eczema), Chronic urticaria and angioedema (hives, or an itchy rash). It also blocks histamine that your body makes during an allergic reaction. A major benefit of Super Appetite is its ability to stimulate appetite in a child not growing as he or she should (failure to thrive) without underlying organic disease. The medication is also very useful in the management of Anorexia an eating disorder, characterized by low weight, food restriction, fear of gaining weight, and a strong desire to be thin.
What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Super Appetite Syrup?
It is strongly advised that before taking Super Appetite tablets or syrup you should inform your doctor if you:
Have allergy to cyproheptadine: If you have an allergy to cyproheptadinethe main ingredient in Super Appetite syrup or any of its other components.
Have history of allergy: If you are allergic to any drugs like this one, any other drugs, foods, or other substances. Tell your doctor about the allergy and what signs you had, like rash; hives; itching; shortness of breath; wheezing; cough; swelling of face, lips, tongue, or throat; or any other signs.
Have any of these health problems: If you have any of these health problems: Bowel block, enlarged prostate, glaucoma, trouble passing urine, or ulcers in your stomach or bowel.
Are currently using anti depressants and anti parkinson’s drugs: If you are taking certain drugs used for depression like isocarboxazid, phenelzine, or tranylcypromine, or drugs used for Parkinson’s disease like selegiline or rasagiline.
Breast feeding or older than 65: If you are breast-feeding or 65 or older do not take Super Appetite syrup. Do not give Super Appetite syrup to a premature baby or a newborn.
Super Appetite In Pregnancy: Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Super Appetite syrup while you are pregnant. Although it is well established according to studies that Super Appetite has no effect on fertility, cyproheptadine can trigger menstrual bleeding in women who have missed at least three menstrual periods in a row according to medical research ,
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Super Appetite ?
Disclose your use: Tell all of your health care providers that you take Super Appetite . This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists this will help in emergency situation and help them to guide you appropriately.
Avoid driving and operating machines: stay out of driving and doing other tasks or actions that require you to be alert until you see how Super Appetite syrup affects you and your body.
Interference with lab result: this medicine may affect certain lab tests. Inform all of your health care providers and lab workers that you take this syrup.
Super Appetite and Alcohol: Talk with your doctor before you drink alcohol or use other drugs and natural products that slow your actions.
Super Appetite and sunburn: This medicine may make you sunburn more easily. Use care if you will be in the sun. Tell your doctor if you sunburn easily while taking this drug.
Super Appetite overdoses: Overdoses have happened with this syrup in children. Use with care in children as overdose of cyproheptadine can cause very bad health problems and may lead to death.
Side Effects Super Appetite
Even when used medically as prescribed¸ Super Appetite has some effects which are increased when the drug is abused or used recreationally to boost body features to look like stars who sport larger bottoms, such as Jennifer Lopez, Nicki Minaj, Buffy Carruth and Beyonce Knowles. This practice is widespread, A 2016 study published by the National Institutes of Health looked at the misuse of cyproheptadine in populations in sub-Saharan Africa. Of about 500 participants surveyed in the Democratic Republic of Congo, 73 percent had used cyproheptadine and were at a significantly higher risk for obesity as a result. The common side effects of Super Appetite include:
Common side effects of Cyproheptadine include:
- Drowsiness,
- Tired feeling,
- Sleep problems (insomnia),
- Dizziness,
- Spinning sensation,
- Blurred vision,
- Loss of coordination,
- Upset stomach,
- Nausea,
- Diarrhea,
- Constipation,
- Appetite changes,
- Weight gain,
- Restlessness or excitability (especially in children),
- Numbness or tingly feeling,
- Increased sweating or urination,
- Thickening of mucus in the nose/throat, or
- Dry mouth/throat/nose
Serious side effects
Tell your doctor if you have the following serious side effects after using Super Appetite:
- Mental/mood changes (such as restlessness, confusion, hallucinations),
- Shaking (tremor),
- Difficulty urinating, or
- Fast/irregular heartbeat.
How Much Does Super Appetite Cost
Super Appetite price varies and depends largely on the source and sales platform. The product is available in pharmacies and chemist stores in Nigeria and other West African countries at prices as low as $0.3 to as high as $2 excluding shipping cost for online pharmacies.
Cosmetic use of Super Appetite
The cosmetic use of cyproheptadine increases body weight and the risk of becoming obese while users aim for roundness according to a study. Obesity is a complex disorder involving an excessive amount of body fat. Obesity isn’t just a cosmetic concern. It increases your risk of diseases and health problems, such as heart disease, diabetes and high blood pressure. It is therefore important for you to weigh the risks before you buy or start using Super Appetite for fitness, hip boost, buttocks enlargement or for other unsubscribed uses. SEE: Is Super Appetite Good For Weight Gain?
