Ciproeptadine is an antiallergic drug used to decrease symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as nasal discharge and tears, for example, but can also be used as an appetite stimulant, thus increasing the urge to eat.
This medicine for oral use in pill or syrup form should only be used with medical indication and can be purchased in conventional pharmacies, under the trade names Cobavital or Apevitin, for example.
Ciproeptadine costs an average of 15 reais and may vary by region and form of the drug.
Ciproheptadine is used to relieve allergic symptoms caused by allergic rhinitis or allergic conjunctivitis associated with a cold and red and red granules on the skin.
In addition, it can also be used as an appetite stimulant to gain weight.
Ciproeptadine should be taken orally with food, milk or water to reduce stomach irritation, usually at night.
Your doctor usually tells adults 4 mg every 6 to 8 hours, if necessary, approximately 3 to 4 times a day, at the maximum dose of up to 0. 5 mg body weight per day;
In children, the doctor recommends dosages based on the child’s age, i. e. :
In the elderly, it is more common for the patient to develop drowsiness, nausea and dry mouth, nose or throat; However, nightmares, unusual arousal, nervousness and irritability can occur in children.
Ciproeptadine is contraindicated in patients with glaucoma, risk of urinary retention, stomach ulcers, prostate hypertrophy, bladder obstruction, asthma attacks and hypersensitivity to one of the formula components.
In addition, it should not be used by pregnant, lactating or dam patients within 14 days of initiation of treatment with this product.