Is Periactin A Steroid

So is it not a steroid based drug?

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Hello, McDaniel94! How are you?

No, Periactin contains the active ingredient Cyproheptadine, which the FDA classifies as an antihistamine, it's actually most commonly used to treat allergic reactions.

Its typical side effects may possibly include dizziness, dry mouth and weight gain.

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