Ketotifen Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Ketotifen, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Ketotifen brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Ketotifen

Pronunciation : KEY-toe-TIE-fen

ICD Code : Y55.5 Therapeutic Classification : Decongestants

Brand Names or Trade Names of Ketotifen

India :

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International :

Zaditor

Why is Ketotifen Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is an antihistamine, prescribed for asthma, allergic conjunctivitis and other allergic conditions. It blocks histamine a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.

When should Ketotifen not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Ketotifen?

Adult: PO- Asthma prophylaxis; Allergic conditions- 1 mg twice daily, up to 2 mg twice daily if needed.
Ophthalmic- Allergic conjunctivitis- As 0.025% solution: Instill 1 drop twice daily.

How should Ketotifen be taken?

It comes as a tablet, syrup to take by mouth and also as eye drops to instill over the affected eye.

What are the warnings and precautions for Ketotifen?

• Caution needed for pregnant and breastfeeding women.

• It may cause dizziness or drowsiness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Ketotifen?

Most Common- Headache and inflammation of nose.
Eye- Allergic reactions, burning or stinging, inflammation, discharge from eyes, dry eyes, eye pain, eyelid disorder, itching, increased tears, dilation of the pupils, oversensitivity to light and rash.
Miscellaneous- Drowsiness, dizziness, flu syndrome and inflammation of pharynx.