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Periactin (Cyproheptadine Tablets)

Periactin (Cyproheptadine Tablets)

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Drug Overview

Periactin belongs to a class of medications called Antihistaminic, H 1 –receptor also known as Appetite stimulant and commonly used for the treatment and relieves symptoms of hay fever (seasonal rhinitis), hives (rash or itching), inflammation of the eyes (pink eye, allergic conjunctivitis), and other mild allergic conditions. Periactin works by blocking the action of histamine on H1 receptors, thereby relieving the symptoms of allergic reactions.

Periactin is more useful medicine for the treatment and relief of those patients who suffered to the problems of the Migraine or vascular headaches.

Periactin is also used to relieve the itching of insect bites, bee stings, poison ivy, and poison oak. Periactin is more useful medicine which used for those patients who suffered to the problems of motion sickness, nausea, vomiting, and dizziness.

Periactin always takes under doctor’s guidance. The recommended doses of Periactin will be different for different patients, according to the requirements of each patient; you continue to take it for as long as your doctor prescribes. If you can not tolerate the recommended dosage, your doctor can prescribe a dose that sufficient for you. Take Periactin exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor. Periactin is being manufactured by Merck Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceuticals and available in Tablets. Periactin is also available in generic form known as Cyproheptadine. Periactin may also be used for relieves other conditions that determined by your doctor or consultant.

Effects - How it works in the body

Periactin belongs to a class of medications called Antihistaminic, H 1 –receptor also known as Appetite stimulant and commonly used for the treatment and relieves symptoms of hay fever (seasonal rhinitis), hives (rash or itching), inflammation of the eyes (pink eye, allergic conjunctivitis), and other mild allergic conditions. Periactin works by blocking the action of histamine on H1 receptors, thereby relieving the symptoms of allergic reactions. Histamine is released when the body responds to an allergen causing a range of effects, including, widening of small blood vessels in the nose and eyes and contraction of the muscles of the gastro-intestinal and respiratory tracts. These effects are responsible for the characteristic symptoms of allergies(such as inflammation of the skin, airways or tissues, rashes, itching of the skin, eyes or nose, nasal congestion or narrowing of the airways). Periactin is also used in the prevention or treatment of migraine headaches. It is not fully understood that how Periactin works in this condition. In addition to blocking the actions of histamine, it blocks the action of a chemical in the brain called serotonin. These chemicals are involved in migraine.

Side effects

Possible side effects that occurs during the uses of Periactin:

  • Allergic reactions
  • Anemia
  • Appetite loss
  • Chest congestion or tightness
  • Chills
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Convulsions
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty urinating
  • Dizziness
  • Dry mouth
  • Exaggerated feeling of well-being
  • Excessive perspiration
  • Excitement
  • Faintness
  • Fatigue
  • Fluttery or throbbing heartbeat
  • Frequent urination
  • Hallucinations
  • Headache
  • Hives
  • Hysteria
  • Inability to urinate
  • Increased appetite and weight gain
  • Insomnia
  • Irritability
  • Lack of coordination
  • Light sensitivity
  • Liver problems
  • Low blood pressure
  • Nausea
  • Nervousness
  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Rash and swelling
  • Restlessness
  • Ringing in the ears
  • Sleepiness
  • Stomach pain
  • Stuffy nose
  • Tingling or pins and needles
  • Tremor
  • Vertigo
  • Vision problems
  • Double vision or blurred vision
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Wheezing
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Yellowing of the eyes or skin

Interactions

Although certain medicines should not be used together at all, so its your responsibilities that tell your doctor or health care professional about all other medicines you are taking, including non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, or herbal products. Also you tell your doctor or health care professional if you are a frequent user of drinks with caffeine or alcohol, if you smoke, or addicted to illegal drugs. These may affect the working mechanism of Periactin. In these cases, your doctor may change the dose or teach precautions may be necessary. Therefore when you are taking Periactin, it is most important that your doctor or health care professional know if you are taking any of the following or other drugs:

  • Alcohol
  • Barbiturate medicines for inducing sleep or treating seizures (convulsions)
  • Medicines which used for the treatment of anxiety or sleeping problems, such as
  • Alprazolam, Diazepam or Temazepam
  • Medicines which used for the treatment of hay fever and other allergies
  • Medicines which used for the treatment of mental depression
  • Medicines which used for the treatment of mental problems and psychotic disturbances
  • Medicines which used for the treatment of movement abnormalities as in Parkinson's disease, or for gastrointestinal problems
  • Tricyclic antidepressants such as Amitriptyline, Elavil, Amoxapine
  • Ketoconazole or Nizoral

Counterindications

You shouldn’t use this medicine without consultation of doctor if you have an allergy to Periactin or any other ingredients of this medicine.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problem liver disease.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problem of Kidney disease.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problem of heart disease or blood disorders.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of asthma or chronic obstructive lung disease (COPD).

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of glaucoma.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of high blood pressure.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of prostate disease.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of pain or difficulty passing urine.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to the problems of ulcers or other stomach problems.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are pregnant or plan to be pregnant.

You shouldn’t use Periactin without consultation of doctor if you are suffering to breastfeeding.

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Major drug Manufacturers

  • Merck Sharp & Dohme Pharmaceuticals
  • Novartis Pharmaceuticals
  • Pfizer Pharmaceuticals
  • Glaxo Smith Kline Pharmaceuticals
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  • Indoco Pharmaceuticals
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  • Wyeth Pharmaceuticals
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