Cyprogin Dosage & Drug Information

Concise Prescribing Info

Contents

Cyproheptadine HCl

Indications/Uses

Anorexia, allergy, pruritus.

Dosage/Direction for Use

Adult ½ to 1 tab. Childn 2-6 yr ½ adult dose.

Administration

Should be taken on an empty stomach.

Contraindications

Glaucoma; bladder or GI obstruction; prostatic hypertrophy, stenosing peptic ulcer, neonates.

Special Precautions

Asthma; hyperthyroidism, CV disease, HTN. Lactation. Young childn. Elderly.

Adverse Reactions

Drowsiness; skin reactions, dry mouth, blurred vision; CNS & GI effects, urinary retention, wt gain; palpitations. Rarely, blood dyscrasias.

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Drug Interactions

Potentiates effects of alcohol, other CNS depressants. Anticholinergic effects potentiated by MAOI.

MIMS Class

ATC Classification

R06AX02 - cyproheptadine ; Belongs to the class of other antihistamines for systemic use.

Thai FDA Category

Presentation/Packing

Form

Cyprogin tab 4 mg

Packing/Price

1000's

Cyprogin