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Sunday, October, 25, 2009

What Is Cyproheptadine

Health Encyclopedia: Cyproheptadine Overdose

Definition

Poisoning from an overdose of cyproheptadine, which is an antihistamine.


Poisonous Ingredient
  • Cyproheptadine

Where Found
  • Periactin
  • Klarivitina
  • Nuran

This list may not be all inclusive.


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