Dosage of Cyprodine

This is often a Prescription-Only Medicine (POM). Dosage must be individualized according to the needs and response of the patient.

• Adults (Allergy Relief): Typical initial dose is 4 mg (one tablet or 10 ml syrup) taken three times a day.
• Adults (Appetite Stimulation): Dosages vary, typically starting at 4 mg once daily and potentially increasing under medical supervision.
• Children (2–14 years): Dosage is usually calculated by body weight and indication. Do NOT give to children under 2 years of age.
• Maximum Daily Dose: Do not exceed 0.5 mg/kg body weight daily for children, or 32 mg daily for adults (for allergy).

Proper Administration

• Administration: Take orally. Tablets should be swallowed whole with water. Syrup should be measured using a dosing syringe or medicine spoon (not a household spoon).
• Timing: Can be taken with or without food. Taking it with food may minimize gastrointestinal side effects.
• Drowsiness: Because of the strong sedative effect, initial doses are often taken at bedtime.

Duration: Use the lowest effective dose for the shortest period necessary.

Contraindications of Cyprodine

• Age Restriction: Do NOT give to children younger than 2 years of age.
• Known Allergies: Do NOT use if you have a known allergy to Cyproheptadine or any other first-generation antihistamine.
• Specific Health Issues: Do NOT use if you have narrow-angle glaucoma, a stomach ulcer, pyloroduodenal obstruction, an enlarged prostate (or other urination problems), or are experiencing an asthma attack.
• Drug Interactions: Do NOT use if you have taken a Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitor (MAOI) in the last 14 days (e.g., Phenelzine, Selegiline).

Side Effects of Cyprodine

• Common Side Effects (Expected): Drowsiness, sedation, dizziness, dry mouth, blurred vision, and weight gain (due to increased appetite).
• Serious but Rare Side Effects (Medical Attention Needed): Signs of severe anticholinergic effects (severe confusion, hallucinations, inability to urinate), severe allergic reaction, or paradoxical excitement (especially in young children).

Precautions and Warnings of Cyprodine

• CNS Depression: Use caution with all other Central Nervous System (CNS) depressants, including sedatives, hypnotics, and antianxiety agents, as effects are additive.
• Elderly Patients: Use with caution, as older adults are more susceptible to the anticholinergic side effects (dizziness, confusion, dry mouth).
• Driving Risk: The effects on mental alertness can be significant and dangerous.
• Breastfeeding: Generally advised not to use while breastfeeding, as antihistamines may pass into breast milk and can cause sedation in the infant or reduce milk supply.

• Form: Oral Tablet (e.g., 4 mg) or Oral Syrup (e.g., 2 mg/5 ml)
• Active Ingredient: Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride