Ketodil 1 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 45.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketotifen fumarate oral |
| Company | Techno drugs ltd |
Indications
- Prophylactic treatment of bronchial asthma
- Symptomatic treatment of allergic conditions including rhinitis and conjunctivitis
- Alleviating complications of itching, pain, and tenderness associated with neurofibroma
- Symptomatic treatment of allergy such as hayfever and urticaria
Pharmacology
- Anti-allergic properties
- Properties of an antihistamine
- Marked anti-anaphylactic properties
- Sustained inhibitory effect on histamine reactions
- Effective in preventing asthmatic attacks
Dosage & Administration
- Adults: 1 mg twice daily with food
- Children above 3 years: 1 mg twice daily
- Dose may be increased to 2 mg twice daily in severe cases
- Elderly: Same as adult dose or as advised by the physician
Interaction
- Potentiates effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines, and alcohols
- Reversible fall in platelet count observed in some patients receiving concomitant oral antidiabetic agents
Contraindications
- Reversible fall in platelet count observed in some patients receiving concomitant oral antidiabetic agent
- No recommendations for use in pregnancy or when breastfeeding
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Slight dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Continue previous treatment for a minimum of two weeks after starting Ketodil
- Possible existence of adrenocortical insufficiency in steroid-dependent patients
- Patients may experience impaired reactions during the first day of treatment
- Patients should avoid alcoholic drinks
Overdose Effects
- Confusion
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Bradycardia
- Respiratory depression
Therapeutic Class
- Cromoglycate & related drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store in a cool and dry place
- Protect from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C19H19NOS
Common Questions
- Ketodil 1 mg/5 ml Syrup is an antihistamine medication and a mast cell stabilizer
- Indicated in bronchial asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis, hayfever, urticaria
- Pregnancy warnings: Asthafen 1mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy
- Breastfeeding warnings: Unknown. Human and animal studies are not available
- Effect on kidney function: No data available
- Effect on liver function: No data available