Periactin User Reviews & Ratings (Page 3)
Periactin has an average rating of 8.9 out of 10 from a total of 63 reviews on Drugs.com. 85% of reviewers reported a positive experience, while 5% reported a negative experience.
Reviews for Periactin
- Loma...
- Taken for 10 years or more
- October 23, 2021
For Migraine "I have been using Periactin, 8mg twice daily, for well over 20 years and. . . . I have not had a single migraine since I started this as a blocade. Prior to this I experienced several bouts of blinding migraine monthly for as long as I am able to remember. Vomiting, visual abhorations and indescribably pain. It used to be available as a PMBS Script however, thanks to the pressures of 'Socialised Medicine', all antihistamines were removed and thus I get to pay full tote odds which adds a crippling extra to my expenses however. . . . better this than Migraines. I can not speak highly enough of the medication. without it, I would have a very miserable existence."
- Mccloyd
- Taken for 6 months to 1 year
- June 15, 2022
For Anorexia "This by far is the best and safest way to gain weight and still be healthy. The pros it help with my allergies. I went from 130 to 147lb in two weeks. This has always been the pill I would take if I was stressed and lost a little weight. I hope this helps"
- Imprad
- Taken for less than 1 month
- June 29, 2023
For Failure to Thrive "Our physician prescribed it as an appetite stimulant for our toddler. He's 3 years old and falling off his growth chart due to eating and sensory issues. My wife and I tried giving it to him for a couple of weeks. All it did was make him drowsy and miserable. He's been having tantrums all day long every day since starting the medication. And it didn't improve his eating in any noticeable way."
- Sunsh...
- August 30, 2016
For Anorexia "This drug was excellent for me personally. I gained 30 pounds in two months which was great. I highly recommend this medication."
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- Massive
- Taken for less than 1 month
- October 25, 2017
For Anorexia "Going on 2 weeks and already gain 6 pounds.. Everything I couldn't eat I'm eating and having taste too..."
- clive
- June 24, 2010
For Anorexia "Great for weight gain."
- Nummie
- December 4, 2011
For Anorexia "On Periactin now for three weeks. I've gained 6 lbs so far. Still making me drowsy. Will keep you updated."
- Anonymous
- August 22, 2020
For Anorexia "Every time I take it makes hungry an every time after a meal it makes me sleepy "
- Anonymous
- November 14, 2009
For Sexual Dysfunction, SSRI Induced "I was prescribed this medication for help with my migraines which seem to be caused by histamines from allergies. It is an antihistamine and antidepressant which is also helpful."
- Anonymous
- October 11, 2009
For Allergic Reactions "I used Periactin for approximately 6 months to relieve an allergic reaction and it worked extremely well. It did make me drowsy though, therefore I halved the dose I was recommended."
- Anonymous
- September 14, 2008
For Allergic Rhinitis "I have seasonal allergy since the age of 11, and have tried everthing on the market. Only Periactin has helped."
- Anonymous
- November 14, 2009
For Migraine "Periactin helps control my migraines which are almost daily. I would probably do better if I were able to remember to take it 4 times a day instead of morning and evening."
- Codys...
- Taken for 1 to 6 months
- March 30, 2013
For Allergic Reactions "Brilliant for my dog allergies. Unfortunately made me vomit and hallucinate. I think I'll go back to cetirizine."
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"this tablet saved my life. After giving birth all my post baby weight disappeared. every one was wondering why i was that thin. someone recommended this tab and in just one month i gained 5 kilo grams. i was 52kgs , now am happy to tell you am 64kg within two months. am targeting 70kg. with that tab i know it can happen.everyone is cherishing my figure and my new weight and they are thanking hubby for the good work yet it all goes to this tab."