Review the side-effects of Cyproheptadine as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System - Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, confusion, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, tremor, irritability, sleeplessness, tingling, convulsions, emotional state, hallucination and faintness.
Skin - Rash, edema, excessive sweating, hives and photosensitivity.
Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, double vision, fainting and ringing in the ear.
Heart - Low blood pressure, palpitations, fast heart rate and shock.
Blood - Anemia and decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Gastrointestinal - Liver failure, dryness of mouth, stomach distress, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and jaundice.
Genitourinary - Urinary frequency, difficulty in urination, urinary retention and early menses.
Respiratory - Dryness of nose and throat, sputum, tightness of chest, wheezing and nasal stuffiness.
Miscellaneous - Fatigue, chills, headache and increased appetite/weight gain.
Periactin
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Central Nervous System - Sedation, sleepiness, dizziness, disturbed coordination, confusion, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, tremor, irritability, sleeplessness, tingling, convulsions, emotional state, hallucination and faintness.
Skin - Rash, edema, excessive sweating, hives and photosensitivity.
Eye and ENT - Blurred vision, double vision, fainting and ringing in the ear.
Heart - Low blood pressure, palpitations, fast heart rate and shock.
Blood - Anemia and decrease in white blood cells and platelets.
Gastrointestinal - Liver failure, dryness of mouth, stomach distress, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation and jaundice.
Genitourinary - Urinary frequency, difficulty in urination, urinary retention and early menses.
Respiratory - Dryness of nose and throat, sputum, tightness of chest, wheezing and nasal stuffiness.
Miscellaneous - Fatigue, chills, headache and increased appetite/weight gain.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Cyproheptadine
Cyproheptadine(Periactin) generic is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic rhinitis. It blocks the action of histamine, which reduces allergy symptoms.Brand Names or Trade Names of Cyproheptadine
India :
CYP-L |
Cyprodol |
Cyprodol |
Cyprodol |
Cyprodol |
Apistorm |
APP-UP Drops |
Appe-Care |
Anabol (4 mg) |
Apectin |
Peritol |
Aptitab |
Apitol (4 mg) |
Practin 4mg |
Rarritol |
Ciplactin (4mg) |
Cym |
Appri |
Super Apeti |
Actin
International :
Periactin