| Cyproheptadine | |
|---|---|
 Chemical structure of cyproheptadine | |
| Formula | C21H21N |
| Administration | Oral (tablets, syrup) |
| Solubility | Practically insoluble in water, freely soluble in methanol |
| Legal status | Prescription only (most countries); OTC in some regions for allergy use |
| Brand names | Periactin, Ciplactin, Peritol, Cyheptine, Practin |
| Bioavailability | Well absorbed (≥80% oral bioavailability) |
| Recommended dose | |
| Upper limit | |
| LD50 | 295 mg/kg (rat, oral);
59 mg/kg (mouse, oral) |
| Ray's verdict | |
