What antihistamine is used for carcinoid crisis? A comprehensive guide
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Carcinoid crisis is a life-threatening complication of carcinoid syndrome, often triggered by stress, surgery, or anesthesia, and is characterized by a sudden and massive release of vasoactive substances. While antihistamines are not the primary treatment for the acute crisis, specific agents like cyproheptadine are sometimes used to manage symptoms caused by excess histamine and serotonin.
