Drug Question

Periactin/cyproheptadine


I started taking this prescribed drug yesterday which I thought it should help me with my sickness since I somewhat have a cold. I was wondering what this drug do, and the side effects of it, because last night as I took this prescribed drug, it makes me really sleepy. I took this last night around 12am and head to bed, then woke up at 1:30pm.

 

While not specifically used as a sedative, cyproheptadine causes drowsiness,[18] as is common with first-generation antihistamines.

Research has shown a suppression of growth hormone with doses of 8–12 mg per day taken for 5 days.[19]

Other common side effects include:[20]

* Dizziness
* Blurred vision
* Constipation
* Dry mouth, throat, or nose
* Excitability
* Nausea
* Nervousness
* Restlessness or akathisia


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