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Is Cypon Syrup Safe For Children?

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Posted on Mon, 21 Sep 2015
Question: Is cyphon syrup safe to induce hunger in my 3 yr old? Pls advice as he is a very Eater and most of the times goes without food the whole day. If there is a better & safer substitute pls let me know
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Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (2 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Try to avoid Cyphon syrup.

Detailed Answer:
Hello, Sir/Madam.

I understand your concern.

This drug in Cyphon is known to cause respiratory and nervous system abnormalities in children.It's better to avoid its use.

It's always better to avoid hunger inducing syrups in children unless there is a compelling medical indication.

It's better to follow natural remedies that can improve appetite.

I can suggest few natural syrups which can increase hunger at the same time being health friendly.They include.

1.Pomegranate-lemon mint syrup.

2.Pomegranate syrup.

3.Watermelon syrup.

4 XXXXXXX Syrup.

5.Tamarind-Plum/prunes syrup.

You can prepare them at home or purchase at supermarkets.

Post your further queries if any.

Thank you.




Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Neel Kudchadkar
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Follow up: Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (9 hours later)
Thanks Doctor for your advice. Also I think his digestion is not good as he is not able to do potty every morning. His timings vary. Can you suggest something so that he can do regular potty in morning and set right his digestion cycle? I think only then he will feel hungry properly and can have proper meals. Thanks
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Answered by Dr. Prasanna Heijebu (17 hours later)
Brief Answer:
Provide foods rich in fiber.

Detailed Answer:
Hello.

I understand your concern.

Here I would like to give you some tips which can regularize your child's bowel movements.

You can encourage healthy bowel habits by:

Providing healthy foods — whole grains, fruits and vegetables — and drinking more water each day. Children should have no more than 120 ml of 100% fruit juice per day.

Staying active throughout the day. This will help keep bowels working well.
Teaching your child not to hold a bowel movement.

Not using negative words like “dirty” or “stinky,” because they can make your child feel self-conscious about going to the toilet.

Offer foods that are high in fiber such as whole-grain bread, fruits like apples, bananas, berries or prunes, vegetables and legumes (split peas, soy, and lentils).

Give milk and dairy products in amounts that are right for your child’s age.
Children between 2 and 8 years need only 2 portions of milk products a day.

Give your child a firm support for his feet, such as a small stool, when he is passing a bowel movement. It will make it easier to push.

Once practised with diet and training, bowel cycle will soon regularize.

Thank you.
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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Raju A.T
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Is Cypon Syrup Safe For Children?

Brief Answer: Try to avoid Cyphon syrup. Detailed Answer: Hello, Sir/Madam. I understand your concern. This drug in Cyphon is known to cause respiratory and nervous system abnormalities in children.It's better to avoid its use. It's always better to avoid hunger inducing syrups in children unless there is a compelling medical indication. It's better to follow natural remedies that can improve appetite. I can suggest few natural syrups which can increase hunger at the same time being health friendly.They include. 1.Pomegranate-lemon mint syrup. 2.Pomegranate syrup. 3.Watermelon syrup. 4 XXXXXXX Syrup. 5.Tamarind-Plum/prunes syrup. You can prepare them at home or purchase at supermarkets. Post your further queries if any. Thank you.