Question 1

What is Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) used for?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) is indicated for: Allergic disease, appetite stimulation, Feline asthma, serotonin syndrome.

Question 2

What routes can Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) be administered by?

Accepted Answer

Available routes: PO.

Question 3

Which species have cited Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) dosing data?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) dosing in the ExoticRx formulary covers 2 species: Cat (Domestic), Dog (Domestic).

Question 4

Is Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) a controlled substance?

Accepted Answer

Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) is not federally scheduled as a controlled substance, but is veterinary prescription only in most jurisdictions.

Question 5

What are the warnings or contraindications for Cyproheptadine (Respiratory)?

Accepted Answer

Appetite stimulation is a prominent effect. Sedation possible. Used for feline asthma as bronchodilator adjunct and serotonin syndrome antidote.

Question 6

What are the side effects of Cyproheptadine (Respiratory)?

Accepted Answer

Appetite stimulation is a prominent effect. Sedation possible. Used for feline asthma as bronchodilator adjunct and serotonin syndrome antidote.

Question 7

How does Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) work?

Accepted Answer

Piperidine antihistamine with potent 5-HT2A serotonin receptor antagonism and H1 blockade, providing both antiallergic and antiserotonergic effects. Also acts as bronchodilator.

Species	Route	Dose	Frequency	Evidence	Source
Dog (Domestic)	PO	0.3–2 mg/kg	q8-12h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed
Cat (Domestic)	PO	1–4 mg per cat	q12h	Moderate	Plumb's Veterinary Drug Handbook, 9th Ed

Cyproheptadine (Respiratory)

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Species with Cyproheptadine (Respiratory) dosing data (2 dose rules)

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Sample dosing (2 of 2 cited rules)

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