Broward Sheriff's Office issues warning about deadly antihistamine
Detectives from the Broward Sheriff’s Office have raised alarms over a legally available but potentially lethal drug, Cyproheptadine.
According to reports, recent investigations link this drug to the tragic death of an infant in Broward County.
FDA's previous warnings resound
Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) had sounded the alarm over the illicit use of cyproheptadine.
Characterized by the FDA as a potent antihistamine with appetite stimulant properties, this drug is commonly consumed to enhance physical appearance.
Legally, it can only be accessed with a doctor’s prescription. Yet, it appears worryingly accessible in certain over-the-counter products and online sales.
Reports are that the grave consequences of antihistamine overdose encompass disorientation, hallucinations, coma, and even death in certain instances.
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Infant's death: A grim connection
Reports are that the Broward Sheriff’s Office’s Homicide Unit is currently delving into the heartbreaking death of a baby in Oakland Park, in August 2022.
The Broward County Medical Examiner’s Office has declared the cause of death as a homicide, triggered by a cyproheptadine overdose. The case remains active, with details under wraps for now.
Products to watch out for
Highlighting the concealed dangers, the FDA pinpoints products like Apetamin, which contains cyproheptadine but lacks FDA approval.
Produced overseas, Apetamin finds its way into the U.S. through illicit channels.
Public awareness: A call to caution
In light of these revelations, the Broward Sheriff’s Office urges the public to be informed about the possible fatal ramifications of misusing this drug.
They emphasize the importance of lawful consumption of cyproheptadine — strictly under a physician’s guidance.
Additionally, the public is advised to meticulously check ingredient lists before ingesting any medication or supplement, especially when administering to children or loved ones.
