It comes as a tablet, capsule and syrup to take by mouth, with or without food.
Child- The usual dose is 2 mg (1/2 tablet) two or three times a day.
Periactin
Dosage & When it is to be taken
Adult- The total daily dose for adults should not exceed 0.5 mg/kg/day.Child- The usual dose is 2 mg (1/2 tablet) two or three times a day.
When it is not to be taken (Contraindications)
Contraindicated in newborns, nursing mothers and patients with hypersensitivity.Drug Name : Cyproheptadine
This medication is an antihistamine, prescribed for allergic rhinitis.Trade Names/Brand Names of Cyproheptadine
India :
Appri |
Cyproson (30 ml) |
Apetamin |
Cyprohemtadin (200 ml) |
Cadictin |
Cyphoden |
Aptitab |
Monic |
Ciplactin (4mg) |
Polyactin
International :
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