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Cyproheptadine

(sye-proe-HEP-tuh-deen)

Cyproheptadine (Periactin™) is used to relive allergic symptoms. It is also used to relive headaches, and motion sickness. It may also be prescribed to your child to increase his/her appetite. Cyproheptadine comes in syrup and tablet forms.

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Last Updated: 10/2010