Ketocure 1 mg (Tablet)
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Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketotifen fumarate oral |
| Company | Benham pharmaceuticals ltd |
| Also available as |
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
- Similar use to sodium chromoglycate in the prophylactic treatment of asthma
- Antihistamine properties
- Marked anti-anaphylactic properties
- Effective in preventing asthmatic attacks
- Sustained inhibitory effect on histamine reactions
- Experimental investigations in asthmatic subjects
- Long-term clinical trials
- Reduction of asthma attacks
- Progressive reduction of corticosteroids and/or bronchodilators
- Prophylactic activity may take several weeks to become fully established
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1 mg twice daily with food, may be increased to 2 mg in severe cases
- Children above 3 years: 1 mg twice daily with food
- Elderly dosage: Same as adult dose or as advised by the physician
Interaction
- Potentiation of effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines, and alcohols
- Reversible fall in platelet count
Contraindications
- Avoidance of concomitant use with oral antidiabetic agents
- No recommendations for use in pregnancy or when breastfeeding
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Slight dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use during pregnancy or lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Continuation of previous treatment for a minimum of two weeks after starting
- Supplementation with specific antimicrobial therapy during intercurrent infection
- Impairment of reactions during the first day of treatment
- Avoidance of alcoholic drinks
- Potentiation of effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines, and alcohol
Overdose Effects
- Confusion
- Headache
- Bradycardia
- Respiratory depression
- Gastric lavage or emesis recommended for elimination
Therapeutic Class
- Cromoglycate & related drugs
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protection from light
- Keep out of the reach of children
Chemical Structure
- Molecular Formula: C19H19NOS
- Chemical Structure Image: URL
Common Questions
- Indication for use in allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis, asthma, and urticaria
- Safety during pregnancy
- Safety during breastfeeding
- Effect on kidney function
- Effect on liver function