Cyproheptadine
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Cyproheptadine
INDICATIONS
Perennial and seasonal allergic 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
As therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine and other standard measures after the acute manifestations have been controlled.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
DOSAGE SHOULD BE INDIVIDUALIZED ACCORDING TO THE NEEDS AND THE RESPONSE OF THE PATIENT.
Each Cyproheptadine HCl Tablet contains 4 mg of cyproheptadine hydrochloride (cyproheptadine (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) hydrochloride) .
Pediatric Patients
Age 2 to 6 years
The total daily dosage for pediatric patients may be calculated on the basis of body weight or body area using approximately 0.25 mg/kg/day or 8 mg per square meter of body surface (8 mg/m2).
The usual dose is 2 mg (1/2 tablet) two or three times a day, adjusted as necessry to the size and response of the patient. The dose is not to exceed 12 mg a day.
Age 7 to 14 years
The usual dose is 4 mg (1 tablet) two or three times a day, adjusted as necessary to the size and response of the patient. The dose is not to exceed 16 mg a day.
Adults
The total daily dose for adults should not exceed 0.5 mg/kg/day.
The therapeutic range is 4 mg to 20 mg a day, with the majority of patients requiring 12 mg to 16 mg a day. An occasional patient may require as much as 32 mg a day for adequate relief. It is suggested that dosage be initiated with 4 mg (1 tablet) three times a day and adjusted according to the size and response of the patient.
HOW SUPPLIED
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride (cyproheptadine (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) hydrochloride) Tablets 4 mg are white, round, scored, compressed tablets, debossed "Par 043" on one side. They are available in bottles of 100 (NDC 49884-043-01), and 1000 (NDC 49884-043-10). Store at controlled room temperature, 15° to 30°C (59° to 86°F), in a well-closed container.
Manufactured by: Par Pharmaceutical Companies, Inc. Spring Valley, NY 10977. Revised: 04/08.
Last reviewed on RxList: 4/3/2009
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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