Zaditen

CLASSIFICATION Antiallergics, Asthma Prophylactics
ACNE No
WATER RETENTION No
HBR No
HEPATOTOXICITY No
AROMATIZATION No
MANUFACTURER Novartis
WAREHOUSE International Warehouse 2
SUBSTANCE Ketotifen ,

Ketotifen is a vital antiallergic and asthma preventative medication, often utilized alongside other treatments to effectively manage mild allergic asthma in children.

As a powerful antihistamine, ketotifen works by reducing the body?s sensitivity to allergens?substances that can trigger allergic reactions and lead to sudden asthma episodes.

Your healthcare provider may have prescribed this medication for additional conditions not specified here. It?s essential to consult your doctor if you have questions about your child's treatment or if there are concerns about its suitability. Always seek medical advice before discontinuing this medication for your child.

Never give this medication to others, even if they show similar symptoms, as it could pose risks for those not under a physician?s care.

Each white, scored tablet, imprinted with "ZADITEN," contains 1 mg of ketotifen fumarate. The inactive ingredients include calcium hydrogen phosphate, magnesium stearate, and maize starch.

Each 5 mL of the delicious strawberry-flavored syrup delivers 1 mg of ketotifen fumarate. Non-active ingredients in the syrup include alcohol, citric acid, methyl-p-hydroxybenzoate, propyl-p-hydroxybenzoate, sodium phosphate, sorbitol solution, strawberry flavor, sucrose, and water.

Prior to starting this medication, it's crucial to inform your doctor about any existing medical conditions, allergies, ongoing medications, pregnancy status, and other relevant health details that may affect your treatment.

If you have diabetes, please note that the syrup version contains 4 grams of carbohydrates per 5 mL. Rare instances of low blood cell counts have been reported in patients taking both antidiabetes drugs and ketotifen. If you have any concerns, reach out to your healthcare provider.

Ketotifen may cause drowsiness. Parents and guardians should monitor children for signs of drowsiness when starting treatment and ensure they avoid potentially dangerous activities until their response to the medication is known.

Do not abruptly stop using existing asthma medications (like b2-agonists such as salbutamol; sodium cromoglycate; corticosteroids such as beclomethasone, budesonide, and fluticasone) when beginning ketotifen. Follow your doctor's guidance closely.

Ketotifen may increase the risk of seizures, particularly in individuals with a history of seizures. If you or your child have had seizures before, consult your doctor regarding how this medication might affect the condition and whether any special monitoring is required.

Ketotifen is not advised for individuals who are pregnant or breastfeeding.