Periactin
Periactin is cyproheptadine, an antihistamine for allergic rhinitis and urticaria. This tablet comes in one strength and several pack sizes. Each option lists its price per tablet.
All strengths and pack prices
| Strength | Pack | Price | Per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4mg | 30 tablets | US$29.70 | US$0.99 |
| 4mg | 60 tablets | US$73.44 | US$0.82 |
| 4mg | 90 tablets | US$89.76 | US$0.75 |
| 4mg | 120 tablets | US$122.40 | US$0.68 |
| 4mg | 180 tablets | US$146.88 | US$0.61 |
| 4mg | 240 tablets | US$195.84 | US$0.54 |
| 4mg | 360 tablets | US$172.80 | US$0.48 |
- Category
- Allergy Relief
- Active ingredient
- Cyproheptadine
- Route
- Oral use
- Form
- Tablet
- Strengths
- 4mg
You will receive a quality generic equivalent, depending on stock.
No prescription needed: we place your order for Periactin on your behalf.
- Conditions
- Allergic Rhinitis · Urticaria
- Therapeutic class
- Antihistamine
- Pharmacological class
- First-Generation Antihistamine
- Known off-label uses
- appetite stimulation
- Precautions and warnings
- may cause significant drowsiness; use with caution when driving
- Minor side effects
- drowsiness; dry mouth; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- blurred vision; constipation; urinary retention
- Dosage forms
- Tablet
- Administration route
- Oral use
- Originator
- MSD
- Onset time
- 15–30 minutes
- Duration
- 4–6 hours
- Storage instructions
- Store below 25°C in a dry place.
- Drug interactions
- alcohol; MAO inhibitors; sedatives
- Age restrictions
- Use with caution in children.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Avoid. Breastfeeding: Avoid.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to cyproheptadine; narrow-angle glaucoma; urinary retention; elderly; debilitated patients
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; seizures, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Cyproheptadine 4mg tablets, used for allergic rhinitis and urticaria. A first-generation antihistamine that also blocks serotonin at its receptors.
Mechanism of action
Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine and antiserotonergic agent. It competes with histamine and serotonin at receptor sites, thereby reducing inflammation and allergic symptoms, while also possessing significant anticholinergic effects.
Periactin contains cyproheptadine, an antihistamine supplied as a 4mg tablet. It is used in allergic rhinitis and urticaria. MSD is the originator company behind the name.
The tablet competes with histamine and serotonin at receptor sites and has marked anticholinergic effects. Relief typically starts within 15 to 30 minutes and lasts around 4 to 6 hours. Drowsiness can be significant, so take care with driving until you know how it affects you. Alcohol, MAO inhibitors and sedatives interact with cyproheptadine, and it is contraindicated in narrow-angle glaucoma and urinary retention.
Getting Periactin delivered to Malaysia
Pharmacy partners in India ship to Malaysia in discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail takes up to 3 weeks. Prices show in ringgit by default. Periactin comes as a 4mg tablet, so choose the pack that matches your course, and see the allergy relief category for related options.
FAQ
What is Periactin for?
Periactin contains cyproheptadine and is taken for allergic rhinitis and urticaria. Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine and antiserotonergic agent.
What does Periactin cost?
It comes down to strength and pack size. Periactin comes in a 4mg strength, in packs of 30 to 360 tablets. You'll see the price per tablet for each option above, in ringgit by default or another currency you choose. Bigger packs work out cheaper per tablet. Pay with Bitcoin or Ethereum and you get an extra 10% off.
Does Periactin have side effects?
Yes, it can. The ones people notice most with cyproheptadine are drowsiness, dry mouth and dizziness. Some people also get blurred vision, constipation and urinary retention. Rarer but serious: anaphylaxis and seizures. These need urgent medical help.
Is the Periactin here the brand version?
No. Periactin is the original brand from MSD; we use the name so you can tell which medicine it is. What we send is a generic with the same active ingredient (cyproheptadine) at the same dose, usually a well-known Indian branded generic. Which brand you get depends on stock.
How fast does Periactin work?
Cyproheptadine usually kicks in within 15 to 30 minutes, and the effect tends to last around 4 to 6 hours. Some people notice it sooner than others.
Can I have a drink while taking Periactin?
Alcohol can interact with cyproheptadine, so ask a doctor or pharmacist before drinking while you're on Periactin. It can also interact with MAO inhibitors and sedatives.
Can I get Periactin without a prescription here?
Online, yes. MayChemist doesn't ask for a prescription to order Periactin. We're an online store, not a dispensing pharmacy: we place your order and arrange the delivery for you.
Ordering without a prescription →Do you send Periactin to Malaysia?
Yes. Our pharmacy partners send it from India to Malaysia in plain, discreet packaging. Express Tracked Courier takes up to 1 week; Standard Airmail can take up to 3 weeks.
How ordering works →What you will receive
Periactin is the originator brand name, made by MSD. We use it here to identify the medicine only; we are not affiliated with MSD and do not ship the original Periactin.
- You receive a generic equivalent: the same active ingredient (Cyproheptadine) at the same dose, mostly recognised Indian branded generics from vetted manufacturers.
- The exact brand supplied depends on what is in stock at the dispatching warehouse.
- Inactive ingredients, tablet appearance and packaging can differ from the original brand; the active ingredient and dose are the same.