FDA label
What is cyproheptadine used for?
The FDA-approved uses of cyproheptadine, quoted from the Indications and Usage section of its DailyMed label.
Source: DailyMed SPL label file dated 2026-10-23. Publisher page
The FDA label says: “Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis”
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Cyproheptadine Hydrochloride, tablet
Indications and Usage, quoted from the label by TRUPHARMA, LLC (ANDA206553). Cross-references to other label sections are left out.
Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis
Vasomotor rhinitis
Allergic conjunctivitis due to inhalant allergens and foods
Mild, uncomplicated allergic skin manifestations of urticaria and angioedema.
Amelioration of allergic reactions to blood or plasma
Cold urticaria
Dermatographism
As therapy for anaphylactic reactions adjunctive to epinephrine and other standard measures after the acute manifestations have been controlled.
Source: DailyMed label, set id 9c0b47c0-ecd2-450f-9dcb-c262db92866e, version 6, effective August 20, 2026. NDC 52817-210, one of 28 listings for this product.
Questions
What is cyproheptadine used for?
The FDA label says: “Perennial and seasonal allergic rhinitis”
Does this page cover off-label uses or dosing?
No. This page shows only the Indications and Usage section of the FDA label. Ask a pharmacist or prescriber about dosing.