Anti-Histamine 4mg Tablets – 30 Tablets

Based on 7 reviews

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£10.49

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GPhC No. 2084549

Overview

Content Written by: Olivia Malone

Role: Medical Content Writer

Content Written: 15/04/2024

Next review: 14/04/2026

Checked for Accuracy by: James O'Loan

Role: CEO & Superintendent Pharmacist

GPhC Number: 2084549

Date Checked: 15/04/2024

How we ensure accuracy in our content

Periactin Tablets are a form of medication that is intended to provide relief for the effects of hay fever and other allergies. These tablets work by reducing the symptoms associated with an allergy. The active ingredient in the tablets is cyproheptadine, which is a first-generation antihistamine that also has local anaesthetic properties as well.

Information

Drug Data

Administration Method

Oral

Drug Class

Antihistamine

Product Type

OTC

Dosage Form

Tablet

Dose Information

1 Tablet / Half of a tablet 2-3 times a day.

1 Tablet / 2-3 times a day.

1 Tablet / 3 times a day.

Maximum Intake

1 Tablet / Half a tablet 2-3 times a day.

1 Tablet / 2-3 times a day.

1 Tablet / Up to 3 times a day.

Brand Information

Brand Name

Brand May Vary

Product Data

Days Supply

Quantity

30 Tablets

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Delivery

Shipping Times

Method	Handling Time	Transit Time	Timescale	Approx Cost
Standard Shipping (3-5 Working Days)	1	2	3	£2.95
Royal Mail Tracked 24	0	1	1	£4.95
Next Day Before 1pm (Royal Mail Special Delivery)	0	1	1	£8.95
Next Day (Before 9am) Tracked Delivery	0	1	1	£21.95

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Periactin 4mg Anti-Histamine Tablets – 30 Tablets Reviews

By Nadine Orr,

June 10, 2025

Great when 'ordinary' antihistamines have little or no relief. Only drowsy 'ish if you're in bed and doing nothing. Otherwise no problems

By Virginia,

October 03, 2023

Very good and worth it.

By Mrs Miles Customer,

September 12, 2023

It works, so I use it

By FH,

April 18, 2023

Great anti histamine

By Buyer,

April 13, 2021

I love it!

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