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cyproheptadine::noun | Spocien Dictionary
| Type | Words |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | periactin |
| Type of | antihistamine |
Examples of cyproheptadine
cyproheptadine
Cyproheptadine is a useful alternative to benzodiazepine hypnotics in the treatment of insomnia.
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The neurologist agreed with the diagnosis, and the patient was started on cyproheptadine, a drug that blocks serotonin.
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Cyproheptadine may be superior to benzodiazepines in the treatment of insomnia because cyproheptadine enhances sleep quality and quantity, whereas benzodiazepines tend to decrease sleep quality.
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- An antihistamine (trade name Periactin) used to treat some allergic reactions
- Cyproheptadine (brand name Periactin) ; usually as cyproheptadine hydrochloride is an antihistaminic/anticholinergic and antiserotonergic agent. It also acts as a 5-HT2 receptor antagonist as well as blocking calcium channels.
- A drug that is used to treat asthma, allergies and colds, and to relieve itching caused by certain skin disorders. It has also been used to stimulate appetite and weight gain, and is being studied in the treatment of weight loss caused by cancer and its treatment. ...
