Tag: Prescription status

In 2023, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a public warning that the veterinary eye drop product Lanomax is an unapproved new animal drug. This action directly addresses the question: Is Lanomax over the counter? The answer is no, it is not legally available for sale in the U.S., and its use is strongly discouraged by regulatory bodies and veterinary specialists.

In the United States, the medication with the active ingredient cyproheptadine, formerly branded as Periactin, is a prescription-only medication. While the brand name Periactin has been discontinued in the US market, the generic form still requires a doctor's script due to potential side effects and the need for medical supervision.