Also indexed as: Periactin®
Cyproheptadine is used to treat hay fever and skin
rashes and eye inflammation caused by allergies. It is
a type of drug called an antihistamine.
Summary of
Interactions with Vitamins, Herbs, and Foods
(for details about the summarized interactions, read the full article)
| Depletion or interference |
None known
|
| Side effect reduction/prevention |
None known
|
| Supportive interaction |
None known
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| Reduced drug
absorption/bioavailability |
None known
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| Adverse interaction |
None known
|
An asterisk (*) next to an item in the summary indicates that the
interaction is supported only by weak, fragmentary, and/or contradictory scientific
evidence.
Interactions with Foods and Other Compounds
Alcohol
Drinking alcoholic beverages while taking cyproheptadine may enhance side effects common to
both, such as drowsiness and dizziness.1 Individuals taking cyproheptadine should
avoid drinking alcohol, especially if staying alert is necessary.
References
1. Sifton DW, ed. Physicians Desk Reference. Montvale, NJ:
Medical Economics Company, Inc., 2000, 1857–8.
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