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What Are The Side Effects Of Cyproheptadine?

Hi , i have a question about some pills i have , just need to know what they are really for and what are the side effects and what does it cause and do ? White pills one with 93/2323 and one of them is called cyproheptadine are they to different pills
Mon, 13 Oct 2014
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Cyproheptadine tablets are prescribed as an APPETIZER ( appetite stimulant ) , allergic conditions, for treatment & prophylaxis of migraine and other vascular headaches .
This is not scientifically proved but some times these pills are also used as ex stimulant and help in erection of penis.
Dosage : 12-16 mg /day in 3 -4 divided dosage .
Side effects are : mild to moderate drowsiness , fatigue , dry mouth , G I upset, nausea, appetite increase, weight gain ( after prolong use) impaired alertness.
However these are minor side effect and adjusted within 10-15 days .
Hope this will help you.
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What Are The Side Effects Of Cyproheptadine?

Hello Cyproheptadine tablets are prescribed as an APPETIZER ( appetite stimulant ) , allergic conditions, for treatment & prophylaxis of migraine and other vascular headaches . This is not scientifically proved but some times these pills are also used as ex stimulant and help in erection of penis. Dosage : 12-16 mg /day in 3 -4 divided dosage . Side effects are : mild to moderate drowsiness , fatigue , dry mouth , G I upset, nausea, appetite increase, weight gain ( after prolong use) impaired alertness. However these are minor side effect and adjusted within 10-15 days . Hope this will help you.