Camila and Cyproheptadine

• Generic Name: norethindrone
• Dosage Forms: tablet
• Other Brand Names: Aygestin, Camila, Errin, Jolivette, Nora-Be, Ortho Micronor, Deblitane, Heather, Jencycla, Nor-QD, Norlyda, Tulana, Incassia

Camila is a form of progesterone, a female hormone important for regulating ovulation and menstruation.

Camila is used for birth control (contraception) to prevent pregnancy.

Camila is also used to treat menstrual disorders, endometriosis, or abnormal vaginal bleeding caused by a hormone imbalance.

Not all brands of Camila are for the same uses. Some brands are for use only as contraception. Others are for use in treating endometriosis or vaginal bleeding disorders. Avoid medication errors by using only the brand, form, and strength your doctor prescribes.

Camila may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: cyproheptadine
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  Periactin

Cyproheptadine is an antihistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of sneezing, itching, watery eyes, and runny nose.

Cyproheptadine is used to treat sneezing, runny nose, itching, red or watery eyes, and other symptoms of seasonal allergies (hay fever). Cyproheptadine is also used to treat other conditions such as eczema or skin reactions to insect bites.

Cyproheptadine is sometimes used to treat certain types of headaches, including migraines.

Cyproheptadine may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.