API

Cyproheptadine hydrochloride, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B6

Drug classification

Dosage form

Tablet

API strength per dosage

Cyproheptadine hcl usp 4mg vitamin b1 2mg vitamin…

Dose

Adults: 4 mg cyproheptadine (1 tablet) two to three times daily. Children 7–14 years: 4 mg two to three times daily. Children 2–6 years: 2 mg two to three times daily. Use with caution in elderly and contraindicated in infants under 2 years.

Mechanism of action

Indications

Allergic rhinitis, allergic conjunctivitis, urticaria, pruritus, appetite stimulation, migraine prophylaxis, vasomotor rhinitis, dermatographism, adjunct in anaphylactic reactions, nutritional supplementation in vitamin B deficiencies.

Side effects

Pregnancy category

Precautions

Contraindications