Cyproheptadine is a anti-allergic agent that counteracts the effects of histamine on blood vessels and bronchial smooth muscles, thereby eliminating allergy symptoms. Cyproheptadine can be used for allergic reactions such as urticaria, eczema, allergic and contact dermatitis, and itchy skin.
Cyproheptadine (Diphenylcycloheptadine) Cyproheptadine is an anti-allergic drug that counteracts the effect of histamine on blood vessels and bronchial smooth muscle in the body, thereby eliminating allergic symptoms. Cyproheptadine can be used for allergic reactions such as urticaria, eczema, allergic and contact dermatitis, and itchy skin.
It is white or light yellow crystalline powder, odorless and slightly bitter in taste. It is soluble in water, ethanol, chloroform, methanol, and almost insoluble in ether.
Pharmacology and application
Antihistamines have stronger H1 receptor antagonism than chlorpheniramine, and have mild to moderate anti-ECTkey=serotonin target=_blank>serotonin and anticholinergic effects. It can also stimulate appetite and increase weight.
Function Indication
It can be used for urticaria, eczema, allergic and contact dermatitis, skin itching, rhinitis, migraine, bronchial asthma, etc. Skin itching usually disappears within 2 to 3 days after taking the medicine. It also has a certain effect on Cushing's disease and acromegaly.
Usage and dosage
oral. Adults: 4-20 mg daily, divided into 3 to 4 times. Children: 2 to 6 years old, 2 mg each time, 2 to 3 times a day; 7 to 14 years old, 4 mg each time, 2 to 3 times a day.
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