Cyproheptadine 4mg

Histamine H1 Antagonist

CSA NA – FDA Approved – REMS (N) – Can Ship

Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine that exhibits both antiserotonergic and anticholinergic effects.

Perennial and Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis, Vasomotor Rhinitis, Allergic Conjunctivitis 

Before starting Cyproheptadine make sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take.  Cyproheptadine can cause central nervous system depression (i.e. dizziness). Cyproheptadine should be used with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, increased intraocular pressure, respiratory disease and thyroid dysfunction.

Oral: 4mg to 20mg daily in divided doses.

The frequency and incident of side effects has not been determined but can include the following:

Estrasystoles, hypotension, palpitations, tachycardia, ataxia, chills, confusion, dizziness, drowsiness, euphoria, excitement, fatigue, hallucination, headache, hysteria, insomnia, irritability, nervousness, neuritis, restlessness, sedation, seizure, vertigo, skin photosensitivity, skin rash, urticaria, abdominal pain, anorexia, cholestasis, constipation, diarrhea, nausea, xerostomia, difficult in micturition, urinary frequency, urinary retention, hematologic disturbances (i.e. anemia, agranulocytosis, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia), hepatic failure, jaundice, tremor, diplopia, tinnitus, nasal congestion, pharyngitis, thickening of bronchial secretion.

Note this is not a complete list of side effects for Cyproheptadine only common ones.

1. What do I do if side effects are intolerable?
   If side effects are causing a lot of distress speak to your physician as soon as possible to discuss options.