Ketotifen (Fumarate)
Ketotifen (Fumarate) Information
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Ketotifen (Fumarate)
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Ketotifen (Fumarate) is potent antihistaminic agent which exhibit strong H1 receptor blocking activity. Ketotifen (Fumarate) is prepared synthetically. Ketotifen (Fumarate) is effective in the preventive management for asthma and in the treatment of allergic conditions such as rhinitis and conjunctivitis. Ketotifen (Fumarate) is administered orally.
Indications
Ketotifen (Fumarate) is primarily indicated in conditions like Allergic conjunctivitis, Allergic rhinitis, Prophylaxis of asthma, and can also be given in adjunctive therapy as an alternative drug of choice in Dysfunctional uterine bleeding, menorrhagia.
Contraindication
Ketotifen (Fumarate) is contraindicated in conditions like Hypersensitivity,Impaired alertness.
Side Effects
The signs and symptoms that are produced after the acute overdosage of Ketotifen (Fumarate) include Tachycardia, Convulsions, Drowsiness, Confusion, Hyperactive reflexes, Cyanosis, Hyperexcitability, Dyspnea.The symptomatic adverse reactions produced by Ketotifen (Fumarate) are more or less tolerable and if they become severe, they can be treated symptomatically, these include Dizziness, Drowsiness, Dry mouth, Lethargy, Weight gain, Dry mouth, dizziness.
Warnings
Ketotifen is limited for topical ophthalmic use only. Not to treat contact lens-related irritation. After ketotifen use, soft contact lense wearers should wait atleast 10 minutes before putting their lenses in. Do not wear contact lenses if eyes are red. Do not contaminate dropper tip or solution when placing drops in eyes. Safety and efficacy not established in patients
High Risk Groups
Drug should not be given to Pregnant Mothers, and Neonates.If prescribing authority justifies the benefits of the drug against the possible damages he/she should reevaluate them and consult the reference material and previous studies.
Dosage
Ketotifen (Fumarate) Dosage for Adults
| Dose | 1 to 2 mg |
| Single Dose | 1.5 (1.5) |
| Frequency | 12 hourly |
| Route | PO |
Ketotifen (Fumarate) Dosage for Neonatal
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| Note: Not recommended in this age group |
Ketotifen (Fumarate) Dosage for Paedriatic
| Dose | 0.025 % |
| Single Dose | 0.025 (0.025) |
| Frequency | As recommended. |
| Route | Opthalmic |
| Note: From 3 year of age. | |
| Dose | 500 ug |
| Single Dose | 500 (500) |
| Frequency | 12 hourly |
| Route | Oral |
| Note: Recommended in Paeds over 2 Years of Age |
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