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26 People found this comment helpful

THIS MEDICATION REALLY HELPED WITH WEIGHT GAIN. I WENT FROM 106LBS TO 126LBS IN ABOUT 2-3 MONTHS

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not eating

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Dorothy | 19-24 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month |
3/17/2024
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 4.0
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I went to a pharmacist and complained of appetite loss,and the pharmacist prescribed Cyproheptadine capsules for me,and believe in just a week I have gained weight and it makes me eat so so well I get to eat something every minute..and it also makes me urinate rapidly..anyways thanks to the capsules I have gained weight and am being able to eat well????

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OG | 19-24 | Female | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year |
5/4/2023
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 1.0
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This drug has really done more harm than good ever since it's usage. Definitely there was an increase in weight after months of usage but it was only for a moment when the side effects started revealing it felt like and still feels like hell .I regretted taking this drug as an appetite stimulant.suffered from rash.... drastic weight loss... depression...my head hurts always and confusion is the order of the day...messed with my hormones... lactation.. irregular periods.. I can barely read my books....each day passing I just pray and hopes that there is an antidote to relieve me from all these plsss????am tired already it's been months coming ????Read More Read Less

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Reeree | 25-34 | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/8/2021
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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My experience is great I gained 20 pounds in a month I was 139 I’m 161 now ??

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Newfatso | 75 or over | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/6/2020
Condition: Itching
Overall rating 2.0
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Allergist prescribed it 6 months ago for itchy skin. I gained 40 lbs, didn't know why until I ran out of refills, considered a new Rx and read reviews plus other info.

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Df6 | 75 or over | Female | On medication for 10 years or more | Patient
1/2/2020
Condition: Itching
Overall rating 5.0
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Very sleepy with 4mg not so much with 2mg

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Mark J | 13-18 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
4/28/2019
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 3.3
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It helped me gain 8 pounds in 4 months, however, i started to make random, jerky movements. My doctor said that it was a common symptom and long-term use can lead to serious damage of the CNS. If you take this drug, only take it in limited sessions (a few months max)

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Comet | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/15/2018
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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My son has been taking this for a week due to his weak hunger cues and his weight at 1 percentile for his height and age. After only a week, he went from 80 pounds, where he's been hovering for a year, to 86.3 pounds. I'm so pleased and encouraged. He is much more willing to eat and doesn't say "I'm not hungry" anymore.

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Drew Dent | 13-18 | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Patient
9/5/2017
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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Before I started, I had been 128 lbs. and 6'1" for the past two or three years of my life. The result of genetics, generally lack of appetite, etc. I then was diagnosed with clinical depression and went from 128 lbs. to 116. My BMI had reached approximately that of an average sufferer of anorexia. When my psychiatrist prescribed cyproheptadine, everything changed. I went from 128 to 170 in six months. The before-and-after photos are unbelievable. This had a major impact on my confidence, self-esteem, and overall wellness. Cyproheptadine works significantly well, and I would highly recommend it to anyone dealing with being underweight. To conclude, let me note that I recently did some research and found that pre-serum Steve Rogers, or as he's better known, Captain America, had a greater BMI than I did before cyproheptadine. Now, I have reached a 22 BMI, which is considered quite healthy. Fantastic medication.Read More Read Less

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itworksforme | 25-34 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/23/2017
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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I Started 4mg on the first day and it knocked me out for 15hrs, so the past 5 days i dropped to 2mg before bed, i'm now eating like a horse and not drowsy! found this just by researching online, now i'm finishing meals and feel hungry all the time! so a big thumbs up to me! 33yrs old, 5ft 11" currently 62kg, aiming for 75kg... i'll update in a month or so!

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Melissa W. | 45-54 | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/10/2016
Condition: Itching
Overall rating 3.0
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I was prescribed this med for contact dermatitis (hives and itching). Initially, those problems went away. I also had the good fortune to have a decreased appetite. But it did not translate to any weight loss or gain. I did not take it for a week, but started taking it again for the itching. Now, the hives and itching seem to be more pronounced than before. Will not be taking any more of it until I can talk to my doctor, unless I end up in the er first.

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Gracie | 13-18 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
5/23/2016
Condition: Headache caused by Disorder of Cranial Blood Vessels
Overall rating 4.0
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Anonymous | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Caregiver
6/14/2015
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 1.0
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Precribed to my 87 year old mother, who took (1) tablet and could barely urinate; took a very long time to empty bladder, very frightening for her; she did not take any more of this medication and will not be taking anymore for any reason; horrible drug. My mother does not have allergies and also does not have any kidney problems or bladder issues. She was prescribed the medication for poor appetite.

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Neechybaby | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
12/31/2014
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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After having my daughter I lost my appetite and dropped 40 pounds in a month. I started taking this drug and I went from 118 pounds to 142 in three months, it increased my appetite so much and now I don't have to take it twice a day like I did when I first started my increased appetite has not gone away

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vvales1 | 65-74 | Male | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
7/24/2014
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 4.3
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I'm 5 days into this med. Appetite increased and gaining weight. Also not getting spasms like before using this med. This med is a double whammy for me. Thanks to my pharmacist for recommended it.

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Deanna | 13-18 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
4/12/2014
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 3.0
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seems to make me withdraw from family and friends. I crave to be alone everyday.

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hurstnurs1 | 55-64 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
3/6/2014
Condition: Serotonin Syndrome - Adverse Drug Interaction
Overall rating 5.0
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no problems

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Anonymous | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 6 months to less than 1 year | Caregiver
9/6/2013
Condition: Other
Overall rating 5.0
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I am writing in reply to the person who asked if the drug helped when prescribed by a vet for his/her cat. I used this drug several times over the course of months with a 19 year-old cat who was diagnosed with kidney failure and this appetite stimulant saved her life on more than one occasion. I hope you expperience a similar result.

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atxqueenb | 35-44 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Caregiver
7/2/2013
Condition: Other
Overall rating 3.3
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??My daughters pediatrician gave this medication to my daughter to mostly help her sleep at night. She has bad insomnia due to her ADHD. Her body just keeps going and going so it has a hard time coming dwn for bedtime. Its help a bit. 2mlg of a pill doesnt wrk. 4mlg knocks her out where she cant get upp but it does take an hour to hit sometimes more.But sometimes in the morning She's 2 out of it. I cant even wake her. Despite the dosage I do like better than anythng stronger. Her Doctor said it will help with her wiegut gain. I havent seen that yet. She does get a serious appetite. She isnt ever full. 8 thi k her metabolism is way high cuz after eating non stop she still gains no weight. She is a skinny winnie. Shes not malnourished shes just skinny. So, as long as her Dr. Says shes fine then I will continue to use as a sleeping remedy. Its better then any of the other alternatives that are major drugs.?Read More Read Less

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underweight | 25-34 | Female | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
6/22/2013
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 5.0
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Id was severely under weight. I started taking 14mg tablet twice a day. it really helps

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Anonymous | 25-34 | Female | Patient
5/18/2013
Condition: Loss of Appetite
Overall rating 2.0
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i've have loss of apptite and i hope this works for me. has it worked for anyone to help gain wieght?

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