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Description:
In most cases, Cyproheptadine is used to treat hay fever
and other types of allergies. However, this antihistamine
medication may also be employed in treatment of such conditions
like nightmares, serotonin syndrome, excessive sweating, preventing
migraine headaches, as well as some other medical conditions.
What is Cyproheptadine?
Cyproheptadine is a prescription drug which belongs to
the antihistamine class of drugs and is used mainly in treatment
of allergies. The most common type of allergies that is
treated with this medication is hay fever and it is very efficient
in treating this type of allergies. However, Cyproheptadine
holds other properties that make it suitable for treating
a wide range of different medical conditions. For instance,
Cyproheptadine may be caused to prevent the onset of migraines
in little children and adolescents. Also, Cyproheptadine may
be employed in treating nightmares, including the ones that
are caused by PTSD. Furthermore, Cyproheptadine is used in
treating a certain complex of symptoms known as serotonin
syndrome which can be a result of prolonged use of drugs such
as MAO inhibitors and SSRIs. Other conditions that might be
treated with Cyproheptadine include cyclical vomiting syndrome,
hyperhydrosis caused by other drugs as well as sexual dysfunction
brought about by prolonged use of SSRIs.
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Before taking Cyproheptadine
Cyproheptadine is a medication which may affect a number of
different medical conditions and this is the main reason why
you should talk with your physician before you order Cyproheptadine
online. Once you tell your doctor everything about your medical
history and your current medical condition, they will decide
if you can safely take Cyproheptadine. There is a number of
different conditions that will prevent you from taking Cyproheptadine,
as the use of this generic allergy drug poses too much of
a risk. These conditions include: narrow-angle glaucoma, enlarged
prostate, urination problems, stomach obstructions and stomach
ulcers. Also if you have any debilitating diseases or if you
are elderly, you will not be able to take Cyproheptadine.
In cases of conditions such as overactive thyroid, heart disease,
glaucoma, high blood pressure and history of asthma, your
doctor may need to run additional tests to make sure you can
safely start taking Cyproheptadine. Also, your regimen may
need to be specially adjusted.
Taking Cyproheptadine the proper way
There are certain precautions that you need to take if you
wish your Cyproheptadine treatment to be as safe and as beneficial
as possible. First of all, you will need to take the medication
exactly as prescribed. Taking more of the medication may result
in side effects and can even lead to an overdose which then
needs to be treated immediately. Another very important precaution
is to stay alert to any sedative side effects that might affect
the way in which you reason or react. If you observe any impairment
of reactions or thinking, make sure to steer clear of any
hazardous activities. In addition, do not drink alcoholic
beverages as alcohol is known to enhance certain side effects
of Cyproheptadine. It is also extremely important to keep
in mind that you must not take Cyproheptadine if you are having
an asthma attack as this can be very dangerous.
Cyproheptadine side effects and interactions
The side effects that may be caused by Cyproheptadine can
be divided into less serious ones and more serious ones. Less
serious side effects of Cyproheptadine include: appetite changes,
restlessness, dizziness, drowsiness, excitedness, tiredness,
sleep problems, tingly feeling, blurred vision, constipation,
increased sweating and urination, diarrhea, upset stomach,
nausea and dry mouth. More serious side effects of Cyproheptadine
warrant immediate consultation with your physician and may
include: jaundice, fever, unusual weakness, dark urine, urinating
less, fainting feeling, ringing ears, easy bleeding and/or
bruising, convulsions, pounding or fast heartbeats, hallucinations
and confusion. The drugs that might interact with Cyproheptadine
include: sleeping pills, sedatives, cold medicines, anti-anxiety
drugs, painkillers, antidepressants, muscle relaxants.
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