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Ketosma 1mg (Tablet)

Manufactured by: Leon Pharmaceuticals Ltd.

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Ketosma is indicated for

  • Allergic conjunctivitis
  • Allergic conditions
  • Asthma prophylaxis

Precautions and warnings

Before taking this drug, inform your doctor or pharmacist about any previous medical conditions you've had, especially if you've had eye issues. glaucoma.

Your vision may get temporarily blurred after using this medication. Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any other activity that needs clear vision until you are confident that you can do so safely.

If your child is under the age of three, do not use this medication unless your doctor tells you to.

Side-effects

  • Sedation
  • drowsiness
  • dizziness
  • dry mouth
  • weight gain
  • increased appetite
  • CNS stimulation. Rarely
  • cystitis. Conjunctival injection
  • headaches
  • rhinitis (ophthalmic).

Drug Interactions

With oral antidiabetics, this medicine may lower platelet count.

Before using this drug, tell your doctor about all of your medications, both prescription and nonprescription, such as herbal supplements.

Potentiates the effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines, and alcohol on the central nervous system.

Contraindications

Acute asthma attack.

Mode of actions

Ketotifen inhibits the release of mediators from cells involved in hypersensitive reactions in a selective and non-competitive manner. It also functions as a mast cell stabilizer.

Dosage & Administration

Adult: PO: Tablet:
Asthma prophylaxis; Allergic conditions 1 mg twice daily, up to 2 mg twice daily if needed.

Syrup:
6 months to 3 years:
0.25 ml / kg body weight, twice daily (Once in the morning & once in the evening).

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

Pack Size & Price

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