GML Apeti pill is a hunger-boosting pill used to treat loss of appetite. The main active ingredient is cyproheptadine hydrochloride, an effective appetite stimulant that works by reducing the effect of a chemical messenger which regulates appetite. A decreased appetite occurs when you have a reduced desire to eat. It may also be known as a poor appetite or loss of appetite.
The medical term for this is anorexia. A wide variety of conditions can cause your appetite to decrease. According to the National heart, lung and blood institute, reaching and maintaining a healthy weight is important for overall health and can help you prevent and control many diseases and conditions.
Each tablet of GML Apeti contains:
- Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride (anhydrous) BP 4mg
- Thiamine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B1) BP 1.5mg
- Riboflavin (Vitamin B2) BP 1.5mg
- Pyridoxine Hydrochloride (Vitamin B6) BP 1mg
- Calcium Pantothenate BP 2.5mg
How should GML Apeti pills be used?
Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take GML Apeti tablets appetite stimulant pills exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. If you are using the solution, do not use a household spoon to measure your dose. Use the measuring cup or spoon that came with the medication or use a spoon that is made especially for measuring medication. This medication may be prescribed for other uses. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.
What special precautions should I follow?
Before taking GML Apeti pills:
Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to cyproheptadine, other antihistamines, or any other medications. Also tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take. Be sure to mention any of the following: other medications for allergies or colds; medications for anxiety, depression, or seizures; muscle relaxants; narcotic medications for pain; sedatives; sleeping pills; and tranquilizers. Your doctor may need to change the doses of your medications or monitor you carefully for side effects.
Tell your doctor if you have or have ever had asthma, glaucoma (a condition in which increased pressure in the eye can lead to gradual loss of vision), ulcers, difficulty urinating (due to an enlarged prostate gland), heart disease, high blood pressure, seizures, or an overactive thyroid gland.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breastfeeding. If you become pregnant while taking GML Apeti pills, call your doctor.
Talk to your doctor about the risks and benefits of taking GML Apeti pills if you are 65 years of age or older. Older adults should not usually take GML Apeti pills because it is not as safe or effective as other medications that can be used to treat the same condition.
if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are taking cyproheptadine. You should know that this medication may make you drowsy. Do not drive a car or operate machinery until you know how this medication affects you. In addition, talk to your doctor about the safe use of alcohol while you are taking this medication. Alcohol can make the side effects of cyproheptadine worse.
What special dietary instructions should I follow?
Unless your doctor tells you otherwise, continue your normal diet.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
What side effects can this medication cause?
GML Apeti pills may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
- dry mouth, nose, and throat
- drowsiness
- dizziness
- nausea
- chest congestion
- headache
- excitement (especially in children)
- muscle weakness
Some side effects can be serious. If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor immediately:
- difficulty urinating
- vision problems
- nervousness
Cyproheptadine may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while you are taking this medication.
Will GML Apeti make me gain weight?
According to a study published in 2014, using Cyproheptadine hydrochloride-containing medication like GML Apeti can be a modality for improving the nutritional status of children with malnutrition. GML Apeti works by blocking the histamine and serotonin from the body. GML Apeti can increase your appetite fast and cause you to gain weight. However, fast weight gain will mostly be in the form of added body fat. Excess fat can endanger your health, even if your body mass index, or BMI, is just barely in the normal range. A condition known as “normal weight obesity” occurs when a person has a BMI in the normal range, but a high percentage of body fat greater than 30 percent in women or higher than 20 percent in men.
Normal weight obesity makes you vulnerable to the same ailments associated with obesity, such as Type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and other chronic conditions. For example, a paper published in the journal, Progress in Cardiovascular Disease, in 2014 reported that coronary artery disease patients with normal BMIs but substantial belly fat have the highest risk of death.
What is the difference between GML Apeti and Apetamin?
There is no difference between Apetamin pills and GML Apeti pills in terms of the main active ingredient as they both contain cyproheptadine hydrochloride even though GML-Apeti tablets are a bit bigger than the smaller Apetamin tablets. In addition to cyproheptadine hydrochloride, GML Apeti pills contain additional nutrients such as Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, and Calcium Pantothenate similar to Apetamin syrup which contains cyproheptadine hydrochloride, vitamins, and amino acids (namely lysine). ALSO READ: What Happens When You Stop Taking Apetamin?
What is the difference between GML Apeti and Super Apeti?
The major difference between GML Apeti pills and Super Apeti pills even though they contain cyproheptadine hydrochloride as active ingredients is the additional vitamins in GML Apeti pills (Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6, and Calcium Pantothenate).
Where Can I buy GML Apeti pills?
Although GML Apeti pills are an over-the-counter drug in many countries, it is currently illegal to sell GML Apeti pills in some countries, including the U.S., because GML Apeti pills contain a prescription-only drug (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) which is only available with a prescription because of its potential side effects and safety concerns, which, on the severe side, includes liver failure. On top of that, the FDA has not approved and does not regulate GML Apeti pills, which means that some (and possibly many) GML Apeti pills products don’t accurately disclose what they contain. This presents the risk of toxicity from any undisclosed ingredients. Because of these reasons, you won’t find Apetamin at reputable food, vitamin, or supplement stores in the U.S.
Nevertheless, in other countries, you can legally buy GML Apeti pills over the counter from your local pharmacy store or online without a prescription.
Interactions
Here are some common interactions that may occur with GML Apeti:
- Central Nervous System Depressants: Taking GML Apeti with other medications that depress the central nervous system, such as alcohol or sedatives, may increase the risk of drowsiness and sedation.
- Anticholinergic drugs: Taking GML Apeti with other anticholinergic drugs, such as some antidepressants or medications used to treat Parkinson’s disease, may increase the risk of dry mouth, constipation, and blurred vision.
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs): GML Apeti should not be taken with MAOIs or within 14 days of stopping MAOIs, as this may lead to serious side effects such as high blood pressure, seizures, or coma.
- Serotonergic drugs: Taking GML Apeti with other drugs that affect serotonin levels, such as selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs), may increase the risk of serotonin syndrome, a potentially life-threatening condition.
- Other medications: Always inform your doctor about all medications, supplements, and vitamins you are taking, as they may interact with GML Apeti.
If you have any questions or concerns about interactions with GML Apeti, consult with your healthcare provider or pharmacist.
Storage
To store GML Apeti properly, follow these steps:
- Store GML Apeti at room temperature between 20-25°C (68-77°F).
- Keep the medication in its original container with the lid tightly closed.
- Protect the medication from moisture, light, and heat.
- Keep GML Apeti out of reach of children and pets.
- Do not store GML Apeti in the bathroom or near the kitchen sink, as these areas can expose the medication to moisture and heat.
If you have any specific questions or concerns about storing GML Apeti, please consult with your doctor or healthcare provider or pharmacist.
