Ketotifen - Mast cell inhibitors-(May 1991)
Drug Name:
Ketotifen - Mast cell inhibitors-(May 1991)
List Of Brands:
Indication Type Description:
Drug Interaction:
Alcohol, CNS depressants, oral hypoglycaemics, antihistamines,
Indication:
Prophylaxis of bronchial asthma
Approved by (DCI) Drug Controller GENERAL - India For Marketing
(Ref- IDMA Publication)
Name of Drug Indication Date of Approval
Ketotifen Anti Asthmatic drug May 1991
Adverse Reaction:
Drowsiness, headache, nausea, dizziness, dry mouth, weight gain impaired reactions.
Contra-Indications:
Hypersens, pregnancy, lactation, acute attacks of asthma.
Special precautions:
Caution against operating machinery or tasks involving psychomotor skills, diabetes.
Dosages/ Overdosage Etc:
Prophylaxis of bronchial asthma Adult -1-2mg twice daily Children over 3 years 1mg twice a day below 3 years - not recommended