Pepcy is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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.
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pepcy is used -
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Pepcy safe for pregnant women?
Pepcy is safe to take during pregnancy.
Is the use of Pepcy safe during breastfeeding?
Pepcy 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.
What is the effect of Pepcy on the Kidneys?
Using Pepcy does not have any harmful effects on kidneys.
What is the effect of Pepcy on the Liver?
Side effects of Pepcy rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Pepcy on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Pepcy on the heart have been reported.
Pepcy should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Pepcy unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Pepcy habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Pepcy is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Pepcy you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Pepcy only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Pepcy cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Pepcy
Taking Pepcy with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Pepcy
Consumption of alcohol and Pepcy together may have severe effects on your health.
Pepcy works by blocking the action of histamine which is responsible for allergies in our body. This helps to relieve symptoms of allergies, such as a runny nose, sneezing, and redness, watery, itchy eyes. This drug also helps to relieve itching caused due to urticaria (hives). It also acts as a serotonin antagonist which stimulate the appetite center in the brain. hence in this way, it also increases the weight. People often used it for weight gain (off-label use).
Pepcy 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).
Yes, Pepcy can be taken with ibuprofen. No drug-drug interactions have been reported between them. However, it doesn't mean that there will not be any side effect. If you feel any discomfort when taking this medicine do not hesitate to report to your doctor.
No, Pepcy is not used to treat anxiety. It is an antihistamine drug used to treat allergic rhinitis, urticaria, runny nose, sneezing, and hay fever.
Yes, Pepcy can be taken with tylenol. No harmful drug interaction has been reported between them. However, if you feel any unpleasant effects then consult your doctor.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cyproheptadine HCI
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 174