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Cyproheptadine Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Cyproheptadine (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) is used to treat sneezing, itching, watery eyes, runny nose, and other symptoms of allergies. Cyproheptadine is in the antihistamine class of drugs. This medication is available in generic form. Common side effects include drowsiness, dizziness, blurred vision, loss of coordination, upset stomach, constipation, increased appetite, weight gain, thickening of mucus in the nose/throat, or dry mouth/throat/nose.
Adult dosing for cyproheptadine ranges from 4 mg to 20 mg per day. Pediatric dosing is usually calculated based on body weight. Cyproheptadine may adversely interact with some medications including anticholinergic drugs, antispasmodic drugs, drugs for Parkinson's disease, MAO inhibitors, SSRI antidepressants, anti-seizure drugs, medicine for sleep or anxiety, muscle relaxants, narcotic pain relievers, psychiatric medicines, or any medication that may cause drowsiness, including cough-and-cold products. This medication should be used only when prescribed during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known if this medication passes into breast milk. Due to the potential risk to the nursing infant, breast-feeding while using this drug is not recommended. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
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The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Cyproheptadine Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis
Vasomotor rhinitis
Allergic conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods
Mild, uncomplicated allergic skin manifestations of urticaria and angioedema
Amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma
Cold urticaria
Dermatographism
As therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine and other standard measures after the acute manifestations have been controlled.
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What is Patient information?
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Cyproheptadine Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop taking cyproheptadine and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:
- confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;
- seizure (convulsions);
- ringing in your ears;
- feeling like you might pass out;
- fast or pounding heartbeats;
- easy bruising or bleeding;
- urinating less than usual or not at all; or ...
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A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Cyproheptadine Consumer Information: Uses
This medication relieves seasonal and year-round allergy symptoms such as watery/itchy eyes, runny nose, and sneezing. It is also used to relieve itching and hives caused by some skin conditions. Cyproheptadine belongs to a class of drugs known as antihistamines. It works by blocking the action of certain natural substances in the body (histamine and serotonin).
Do not use this medication in children younger than 2 years unless specifically directed by the doctor. To decrease the risk for serious side effects, carefully follow all of the doctor's dosage directions. Do not give other cough a...
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