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What is equivalent to Periactin? Exploring alternatives to cyproheptadine

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As a prescription-only medication, Periactin (cyproheptadine) serves dual purposes as a first-generation antihistamine for allergy relief and as an appetite stimulant. This unique combination means there is no single medication that is a direct equivalent to Periactin for all its uses, so alternatives depend entirely on the patient's primary need.