Generic name:<br />Cyproheptadine<br />Description:<br />Periactin is an antihistamine given to help relieve cold- and allergy-related symptoms such as hay fever, nasal inflammation, stuffy nose, red and inflamed eyes, hives, and swelling. Periactin may also be given after epinephrine to help treat anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction.<br />Synonyms:<br />Apt, Dronactin, Eiproheptadine, Periactinol, Peritol<br />Why is Periactin prescribed?<br />Periactin is an antihistamine given to help relieve cold- and allergy-related symptoms such as hay fever, nasal inflammation, stuffy nose, red and inflamed eyes, hives, and swelling. Periactin may also be given after epinephrine to help treat anaphylaxis, a life-threatening allergic reaction.Some doctors prescribe Periactin to treat cluster headache and to stimulate appetite in underweight people.Like other antihistamines, Periactin may make you feel sleepy and sluggish.<br />http://www.allergyrxstore.com/pariactin.php
