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Brand: Periactin, Vimicon, Apistin
Cyproheptadine is a first-generation antihistamine with antiserotonergic, anticholinergic, and local anesthetic properties. It is primarily used to treat allergic conditions like hay fever, urticaria (hives), and angioedema (swelling). It belongs to the class of drugs known as H1 receptor antagonists.
For allergies, cold symptoms, migraine prophylaxis, and appetite stimulation.
Outcome:
Increased drowsiness and impaired coordination
Mechanism:
Additive CNS depression
Outcome:
Increased sedation
Mechanism:
Additive CNS depression
Outcome:
Increased cyproheptadine levels
Mechanism:
Inhibition of CYP3A4 enzyme
Most likely new formulation: Extended-release formulation (Year 2026, 60% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and reported adverse events, there is a low ( <5%) likelihood of regulatory changes in the near future.
Antihistamine, First-Generation
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