cyproheptadine

(sīˌprō-hĕpˈtə-dēnˌ)

cy·pro·hep·ta·dine

noun

An antihistamine, C₂₁H₂₁N, used to relieve the symptoms of various allergic reactions, such as itching and skin rash.

Origin: cy(clic) + pro(pyl) + hepta- + (piperi)dine.

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