Heptad: Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Heptad Information

Heptad is a prescription drug, available for use as Suspension. Anorexia Nervosa, Loss of appetite are some of its major therapeutic uses. Other than this, Heptad has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Heptad. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Heptad as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Heptad are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Heptad is Safe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Heptad's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Heptad can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Heptad in conditions like Peptic Ulcer. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Heptad contraindications section.

Drug reaction of Heptad with other medicines has been reported. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

You should also be aware that Heptad is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.

Heptad Benefits & Uses
Heptad Dosage & How to Take
Heptad Side Effects
Heptad Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Heptad with Other Drugs
Heptad Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Heptad
Heptad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Heptad Benefits & Uses

Heptad is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Allergy
Allergic Rhinitis (Read More - Home Remedies for Allergic Rhinitis)
Angioedema
Hives
Allergies to Insect Stings
Migraine in Children
Loss of appetite during pregnancy

Heptad Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Heptad Related Warnings

Is the use of Heptad safe for pregnant women?

Heptad is safe for pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Heptad safe during breastfeeding?

Heptad can cause moderate side effects on breastfeeding women. If you feel its side effects, then stop taking this drug and consult your doctor. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Heptad on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Heptad on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Heptad on the Liver?

Heptad is rarely harmful for the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Heptad on the Heart?

Very few cases of side effects of Heptad on the heart have been reported.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Heptad with Other Drugs

Heptad should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Zafirlukast

Moderate

Heptad Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Heptad unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Asthma
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Bladder Infection
Peptic Ulcer
Liver Disease
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Heptad

Is this Heptad habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Heptad has not been reported.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Heptad. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Heptad should be used only after doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, Heptad cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Heptad Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Heptad

You can take Heptad with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Heptad

Consuming Heptad with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

Frequently asked Questions about Heptad

Question about 5 years ago

Is Heptad safe to use?

Yes, Heptad is safe to use, if taken in a prescribed amount for a specified time as advised by the doctor. However, few side effects are observed such as difficulty in urinating, vision problem, and nervousness. If you experience the above-mentioned side effects after consuming this medicine then inform a doctor and follow his/her instructions.

Question about 5 years ago

Does Heptad cause stomach upset?

Dr. Ram Saini MD, MBBS , General Physician

Yes, [medicine] can cause stomach upset. It is a common side effect of this drug. Please inform your doctor if you are experiencing stomach upset after taking this medicine.

Question over 4 years ago

Can I take Heptad with benadryl?

Dr. Abhijit MBBS , General Physician

Yes, Heptad can be taken with Benadryl. No clinical interaction has been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that no interaction could exist between them. If you experience any unpleasant effects after taking this medicine please consult your doctor immediately and follow his/her instructions.

Question over 4 years ago

Is Heptad over the counter drug?

Dr. Amit Singh MBBS , General Physician

No, you can not buy Heptad over-the-counter. It is a prescription drug, without prescription of a healthcare practitioner, you can not buy directly from the pharmacy. It is for our own safety taking this medicine without doctors advice can lead to unwanted side effects.

Question over 5 years ago

What is Heptad?

Dr. B. K. Agrawal MBBS, MD , Cardiology, General Physician, Internal Medicine

Heptad is a brand name for Cyproheptadine. It is a prescription drug that belongs to the class of medications called antihistamine (H1 receptor blocker). It also acts as a serotonin antagonist with anticholinergic and sedative effects. It is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, sneezing, hay fever and other types of allergies. It is also used to treat allergic reaction arises due to blood infusion. It helps to relieve symptoms but will not treat cause of symptoms. It is also used for the treatment of Cushing's syndrome (abnormal condition that is caused by excess corticosteroid hormone).