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DRUGS & SUPPLEMENTS
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Active ingredient: Cyproheptadine
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Cyproheptadine uses
A serotonin antagonist and a histamine H1 blocker used as antipruritic, appetite stimulant, antiallergic, and for the post-gastrectomy dumping syndrome, etc.
Indication: For treatment of 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, and as therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine.
cyproheptadine is a piperidine antihistamine. Unlike other antihistamines, this drug also antagonizes serotonin receptors. This action makes cyproheptadine useful in conditions such as vascular headache and anorexia. cyproheptadine does not prevent the release of histamine but rather competes with free histamine for binding at HA-receptor sites. cyproheptadine competitively antagonizes the effects of histamine on HA-receptors in the GI tract, uterus, large blood vessels, and bronchial smooth muscle. Most antihistamines possess significant anticholinergic properties, but cyproheptadine exerts only weak anticholinergic actions. Blockade of central muscarinic receptors appears to account for Cyproheptadine's antiemetic effects, although the exact mechanism is unknown. cyproheptadine also competes with serotonin at receptor sites in smooth muscle in the intestines and other locations. Antagonism of serotonin on the appetite center of the hypothalamus may account for Cyproheptadine's ability to stimulate appetite. cyproheptadine also has been used to counter vascular headaches, which many believe are caused by changes in serotonin activity, however it is unclear how cyproheptadine exerts a beneficial effect on this condition.
Cyproheptadine available forms, composition, doses:
| Price | |
| Cyproheptadine 4 mg tablet | 0.43 USD |
| Cyproheptadine HCl 2 mg/5ml Syrup | 0.16 USD |
| Cyproheptadine HCl 4 mg tablet | 0.47 USD |
| Cyproheptadine hcl powder | 7.34 USD |
| Syrup; Oral; Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride 2 mg / 5 ml | |
| Tablets; Oral; Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride 4 mg |
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References
- "CYPROHEPTADINE". https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/co... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "CYPROHEPTADINE". http://www.drugbank.ca/drugs/DB0043... (accessed August 28, 2018).
- "2YHB6175DO: The UNique Ingredient Identifier (UNII) is an alphanumeric substance identifier from the joint FDA/USP Substance Registration System (SRS).". https://www.fda.gov/ForIndustry/Dat... (accessed August 28, 2018).
Frequently asked Questions
Can i drive or operate heavy machine after consuming Cyproheptadine?Depending on the reaction of the Cyproheptadine after taken, if you are feeling dizziness, drowsiness or any weakness as a reaction on your body, Then consider Cyproheptadine not safe to drive or operate heavy machine after consumption. Meaning that, do not drive or operate heavy duty machines after taking the capsule if the capsule has a strange reaction on your body like dizziness, drowsiness. As prescribed by a pharmacist, it is dangerous to take alcohol while taking medicines as it exposed patients to drowsiness and health risk. Please take note of such effect most especially when taking Primosa capsule. It's advisable to consult your doctor on time for a proper recommendation and medical consultations.
Is Cyproheptadine addictive or habit forming?Medicines are not designed with the mind of creating an addiction or abuse on the health of the users. Addictive Medicine is categorically called Controlled substances by the government. For instance, Schedule H or X in India and schedule II-V in the US are controlled substances.
Please consult the medicine instruction manual on how to use and ensure it is not a controlled substance.In conclusion, self medication is a killer to your health. Consult your doctor for a proper prescription, recommendation, and guidiance.
Review
sdrugs.com conducted a study on Cyproheptadine, and the result of the survey is set out below. It is noteworthy that the product of the survey is based on the perception and impressions of the visitors of the website as well as the views of Cyproheptadine consumers. We, as a result of this, advice that you do not base your therapeutic or medical decisions on this result, but rather consult your certified medical experts for their recommendations.Visitor reports
One visitor reported useful
How is the drug Cyproheptadine useful in reducing or relieving the symptoms? How useful is it?According to the survey conducted by the website sdrugs.com, there are variable results and below are the percentages of the users that say the medicine is useful to them and that say it is not helping them much. It is not ideal to continue taking the medication if you feel it is not helping you much. Contact your healthcare provider to check if there is a need to change the medicine or if there is a need to re-evaluate your condition. The usefulness of the medicine may vary from patient to patient, depending on the other diseases he is suffering from and slightly depends on the brand name.
| Visitors | % | ||
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| Not useful | 1 | 100.0% | |
Visitor reported side effects
No survey data has been collected yetTwo visitors reported price estimates
What is your opinion about drug cost? Did you feel the cost is apt, or did you feel it is expensive?The report given by the sdrugs.com website users shows the following figures about several people who felt the medicine Cyproheptadine is expensive, and the medicine is not expensive. The results are mixed. The perception of the cost of the medicine to be expensive or not depends on the brand name of the medicine, country, and place where it is sold, and the affordability of the patient. You can choose a generic drug in the place of the branded drug to save the cost. The efficiency of the medicine will not vary if it is generic or a branded one.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Expensive | 1 | 50.0% | |
| Not expensive | 1 | 50.0% | |
One visitor reported frequency of use
How often in a day do you take the medicine?Are you taking the Cyproheptadine drug as prescribed by the doctor?
Few medications can be taken Once in a day more than prescribed when the doctor's advice mentions the medicine can be taken according to frequency or severity of symptoms. Most times, be very careful and clear about the number of times you are taking the medication. The report of sdrugs.com website users about the frequency of taking the drug Cyproheptadine is mentioned below.
| Visitors | % | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Once in a day | 1 | 100.0% | |
Three visitors reported doses
What is the dose of Cyproheptadine drug you are taking?According to the survey conducted among sdrugs.com website users, the maximum number of people are using the following dose 1-5mg. Few medications come in only one or two doses. Few are specific for adult dose and child dose. The dose of the medicine given to the patient depends on the severity of the symptom/disease. There can be dose adjustments made by the doctor, based on the progression of the disease. Follow-up is important.
| Visitors | % | ||
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| 1-5mg | 2 | 66.7% | |
| 51-100mg | 1 | 33.3% | |
One visitor reported time for results
What is the time duration Cyproheptadine drug must be taken for it to be effective or for it to reduce the symptoms?Most chronic conditions need at least some time so the dose and the drug action gets adjusted to the body to get the desired effect. The stastistics say sdrugs.com website users needed 1 month to notice the result from using Cyproheptadine drug. The time needed to show improvement in health condition after using the medicine Cyproheptadine need not be same for all the users. It varies based on other factors.
| Visitors | % | ||
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| 1 month | 1 | 100.0% | |
Visitor reported administration
No survey data has been collected yetTwo visitors reported age
| Visitors | % | ||
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| 30-45 | 1 | 50.0% | |
| 16-29 | 1 | 50.0% | |
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The information was verified by Dr. Rachana Salvi, MD Pharmacology