Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride

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Brand name
Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride
Generic name
CYPROHEPTADINE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer
Chartwell RX, LLC
Product type
HUMAN PRESCRIPTION DRUG
SPL set ID
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SPL ID
f33fcf42-0b48-eed9-e053-2995a90abefb
Version
2
Effective date
2023-01-27
Source export date
2026-08-17
Source partition
1
Source file
https://download.open.fda.gov/drug/label/drug-label-0001-of-0014.json.zip
Source object key
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Source manifest SHA-256
ca19d5b1416b6b66a9d383bfdc77d90e91adfeefe16ffcc1ac6b06ceb90d8d73
Import run
20260818T065550Z
Imported at
2026-08-18 07:01:37
Harmonized routes table
Harmonized routes
ORAL

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warnings

WARNINGS Children - Overdosage of antihistamines, particularly in infants and children, may produce hallucinations, central nervous system depression, convulsions, and death. Antihistamines may diminish mental alertness conversely particularly in the young child they may occasionally produce excitation. CNS Depressants - Antihistamines may have additive effects with alcohol and other CNS depressants, e.g., hypnotics, sedatives, tranquilizers, antianxiety agents. Activities Requiring Mental Alertness - Patients should be warned about engaging in activities requiring mental alertness and motor coordination, such as driving a car or operating machinery. Antihistamines are more likely to cause dizziness, sedation and hypotension in elderly patients.

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adverse reactions

ADVERSE REACTIONS Adverse reactions which have been reported with the use of antihistamines are as follows: Central Nervous System: Sedation and sleepiness (often transient), dizziness, disturbed coordination, confusion, restlessness, excitation, nervousness, tremor, irritability, insomnia, paresthesias, neuritis, convulsions, euphoria, hallucinations, hysteria, faintness. Integumentary: Allergic manifestation of rash and edema, excessive perspiration, urticaria, photosensitivity. Special Senses: Acute labyrinthitis, blurred vision, diplopia, vertigo, tinnitus. Cardiovascular: Hypotension, palpitation, tachycardia, extrasystoles, anaphylactic shock. Hematologic: Hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, agranulocytosis, thrombocytopenia. Digestive System: Dryness of mouth, epigastric distress, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, jaundice. Genitourinary: Urinary frequency, difficult urination, urinary retention, early menses. Respiratory: Dryness of nose and throat, thickening of bronchial secretions, tightness of chest and wheezing, nasal stuffiness. Miscellaneous: Fatigue, chills, headache, increased appetite/weight gain.