Common Questions
Common Questions about Cyproheptadine
Is cyproheptadine a weight gain pill?Yes, cyproheptadine can act as an appetite stimulant and lead to weight gain. How cyproheptadine causes appetite stimulation is not fully understood. However, because of its effects on appetite, cyproheptadine has been used off-label in patients with poor appetite and those with eating disorders such as anorexia nervosa. |
How does cyproheptadine work for migraine?Cyproheptadine is both a serotonin and histamine antagonist (blocker). It works for migraine by blocking serotonin receptors. Because of this anti-serotonin effect, it is sometimes used for the prevention of childhood migraine attacks. |
Is cyproheptadine safe during pregnancy and breastfeeding?There isn’t enough data to say if cyproheptadine is safe during pregnancy. Tell your doctor if you become pregnant while on this medicine. We don’t know if cyproheptadine passes into breast milk. However, some studies suggest it may reduce breast milk production due to its anti-serotonin activity. |
Can you take cyproheptadine only when needed?Cyproheptadine works best if you take it regularly 2-3 times a day as prescribed. Once your allergic symptoms improve, you can stop taking the medicine. |
Does cyproheptadine make you sleepy?Yes, cyproheptadine can make you sleepy. These sedative effects can put you at risk of accidents and injuries. Be careful while driving and operating machinery until you know how it affects you. |
What is the price of cyproheptadine without insurance?Without insurance, cyproheptadine can be as high as $42.62, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $12.13 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not. |
What is the price of cyproheptadine with insurance?Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on cyproheptadine—Copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins. You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for cyproheptadine. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not. |
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