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Last Updated: 10/14/2025

Cyproheptadine Safety and Efficacy in Children

Adverse Effects and Contraindications

  • Special caution is needed in children with epilepsy, as convulsions have been reported as an adverse effect 1

Dosing and Administration

  • For general pediatric use, typical dosing is 0.25 mg/kg per day as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics for conditions like serotonin syndrome 2