cyproheptadine

noun cy·pro·hep·ta·dine \ ˌsī-prō-ˈhep-tə-ˌdēn \

Definition of cyproheptadine

: a histamine and serotonin antagonist C₂₁H₂₁N used orally in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₁H₂₁N·HCl especially as an antihistamine to treat allergy symptoms (such as sneezing and runny nose) and hives

Origin and Etymology of cyproheptadine

cyclic + propyl + hepta- + piperidine

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First Known Use: 1971

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cyproheptadine

noun cy·pro·hep·ta·dine \ ˌsī-prō-ˈhep-tə-ˌdēn \

medical Definition of cyproheptadine

: a histamine and serotonin antagonist C₂₁H₂₁N used orally in the form of its hydrochloride C₂₁H₂₁N·HCl especially as an antihistamine to treat allergy symptoms (as sneezing and runny nose) and hives