Airnaaf 1 mg/5 ml (Syrup)
100 ml bottle: ৳ 75.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketotifen fumarate oral |
| Company | Naafco pharma 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
- Antihistamine properties
- Anti-anaphylactic properties
- Sustained inhibitory effect on histamine reactions
Dosage & Administration
- Adult dosage: 1mg twice daily with food, may be increased to 2mg twice daily in severe cases
- Children above 3 years dosage: 1mg twice daily with food, or as directed by the physician
- Use in elderly: Same as adult dose or as advised by the physician
Interaction
- Potentiate the effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines, and alcohol
Contraindications
- Avoid concomitant use with oral antidiabetic agents
- Avoid use in pregnancy and when breastfeeding
Side Effects
- Drowsiness
- Dry mouth
- Slight dizziness
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not recommended for use in pregnancy and lactation
Precautions & Warnings
- Continue previous treatment for a minimum of two weeks after starting to avoid exacerbation of asthma
- Supplement Airnaaf treatment with antimicrobial therapy during intercurrent infection
- Reactions may be impaired during the first day of treatment, caution advised with driving or operating machinery
- Avoid alcoholic drinks
Overdose Effects
- Confusion
- 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
- Chemical Structure Image URL: [https://medex.com.bd/storage/res/g-res-649-ketotifen-fumarate-oral-chemical-structure-WOrxlxSmVByavydbYqzn.svg]
Common Questions about Airnaaf 1 mg/5 ml Syrup
- Airnaaf 1 mg/5 ml Syrup is an antihistamine medication and a mast cell stabilizer used to treat allergic conditions such as conjunctivitis, asthma, and urticaria (hives)
- Indicated in bronchial asthma, rhinitis, conjunctivitis, hayfever, urticaria
- Pregnancy warnings: Asthafen 1mg tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy
- Breast-feeding warnings: Unknown, consult doctor
- Kidney function effects: No data available, consult doctor
- Liver function effects: No data available, consult doctor