Question 1

which are the apparent side effects of cyproheptadine?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine: Typical traditional antihistamine side effects. Drowsiness, sleepiness (or paradoxical excitation, insomnia), slowed reaction times, dry mouth, retain urine (if big prostate especially), worsening glaucoma, dry mouth.

Question 2

what is the combined effect of amantadine and cyproheptadine?

Accepted Answer

Caution advised...: The combination of amantadine and Cyproheptadine may cause increased anticholinergic adverse effects.  Use with caution.

Question 3

hi there i have just bought cyproheptadine pills by them selves to gain weight and wondering if it is safe to do so?  and also about apetamin

Accepted Answer

No: You should not be taking medication to gain weight. What is your weight and how tall are you? If you are skinny,but otherwise in good health, be thankful. Soon you will start gaining weight and then look back at this time fondly when you could eat and not get fat.
Wish you good health! - Have a diet rich in fresh vegetables, fruits, whole grains, milk and milk products, nuts, beans, legumes, lentils and small amounts of lean meats. Avoid saturated fats. Drink enough water daily, so that your urine is mostly colorless. Exercise at least 150 minutes/week and increase the intensity of exercise gradually. Do not use tobacco, alcohol, weed or street drugs in any form. 
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Question 4

can i take cyproheptadin to sleep better?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine: is sometimes used off-label to assist with sleep.

Question 5

is there any antidote for cyproheptadine  toxicity?

Accepted Answer

Periactin poisoning: https://medlineplus.gov/ency/article/002617.htm

There is published information from the US National Library of Medicine on cyproheptadine overdose.

Other non overdose toxicity should subside as the drug leaves the body

Question 6

can i take cyproheptadin to sleep better? thanks in advance.

Accepted Answer

More, but better?: Cyproheptadine, an antihistamine and anticholinergic, is similar to diphenyhydramine, the sleep agent found in many over-the-counter sleep aids. Some people do OK with these, others feel groggy the next day. It is, however, often used as an appetite stimulant as well, so watch out for weight gain.

Question 7

can you tell me if i could take cyproheptadin to sleep better?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine: (Periactin) is used off -label for insomnia &amp; is helpful for some people.

Question 8

whats cyproheptadine hydrochloride?

Accepted Answer

Antihistamine.: This is an antihistamine used to treat allergic reactions (hay fever).  It has other uses also, like treating nightmares related to post traumatic stress disorder, cases of serotonin syndrome, in serotonin producing carcinoid tumor, migraines in children and adolescents, and in the treatment of cyclical vomiting syndrome.  It has side effects, like drowsiness, dizziness, and low growth hormone.

Question 9

what is the definition or description of: cyproheptadine allergy?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine : Is a first generation antihistamine, despite being used to treat allergies, it can be itself a cause for allergy, although rare, and the allergic symptoms would be like any drug allergy, rash, hives, etc

Question 10

can periactin (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) make you gain weghit!?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely yes: Periactin (cyproheptadine hydrochloride) (cyproheptadine) is a very effective anti-histamine. It is quite sedating and increased appetite is and associated weight gain are well-known side effects.

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Hi there i have just bought cyproheptadine pills by them selves to gain weight and wondering if it is safe to do so? and also about apetamin

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Can i take cyproheptadin to sleep better?

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Is there any antidote for cyproheptadine toxicity?

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Can i take cyproheptadin to sleep better? thanks in advance.

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Whats cyproheptadine hydrochloride?

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