Cyproheptadine

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Molecule Description

Cyproheptadine is an anti-allergic medicine. It is used for the treatment of seasonal allergies like skin rash, cough, runny nose, watery eyes, sneezing and congested nose and for allergic conditions of skin.

Uses

Allergic symptoms like skin rash, watery eyes and other allergic symptoms.
Treat rhinitis showing symptoms like sneezing, runny or congested nose.

Contraindications

When should one not use Cyproheptadine

Narrow angle glaucoma
Peptic ulcer
Increased size of the urinary bladder
Not being able to empty bladder completely
Bladder neck obstruction
Bronchial asthma
Hyperthyroidism
Heart diseases

Side effects

Common side effects of this drug are:

Dry mouth, nose, and throat
Drowsiness and dizziness
Nausea
Chest congestion
Headache
Muscle weakness
Visual disturbances

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

This drug is considered safe for use in pregnancy. This medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

Breast Feeding

It reduces the secretion of breast milk in lactating mothers and hence, it must be avoided

Driving

This medicine may cause drowsiness or dizziness or sometimes blurred vision. Do not drive unless you feel well.

Alcohol

Taking this medicine with alcohol may lead to cause excessive drowsiness and calmness.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

Liquid preparations may contain alcohol or sugar. Take precaution if you have diabetes mellitus, liver disease, or any other condition which requires you to limit or avoid these substances in your diet. Inform your doctor for using this product safely.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Cyproheptadine belongs to a class of histamine blockers and blocks the release of histamine which is the cause of allergic symptoms like itching or runny nose or skin rash etc.

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

It has interactions with drugs causing drowsiness like other antihistaminics, drugs for sleep disorders or anxiety, muscle relaxants and narcotic pain relievers. Cyprohpetadine will increase the side effects of these drugs causing more drowsiness.

Dosage

Overdose

Overdose of this medicine, may lead to result in hallucinations, depression, convulsions, respiratory and cardiac arrest, and death, particularly in infants and young children. Antihistamines may reduce mental alertness, particularly in young children, they may occasionally lead to produce excitation. Inform your doctor immediately incase of overdose.

Missed a Dose

Take the missed dose as early as you remember. Skip the missed dose & do not take extra medicine due to missed dose.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. The doctor should also know about other health supplements like herbal medications, nutritional supplements and any other medicines you may be taking before starting this medication.

Cyproheptadine is to be stored in a cool and dry place away from light, heat and moisture. Keep all medications away from children and pets.

The dosage regimen of the medicine should be followed regularly. Any dose miscalculation will have severe effects.

It should be avoided in patients suffering from Narrow angle glaucoma because it will increase the internal pressure of the eye causing blurring of vision and dry eyes.

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