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Ketotifen Fumarate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: ZADITEN

Strength: 1 mg | Form: Tablets

Price in UAE: AED 117.50

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Ketotifen Fumarate

Class: | Antihistamine (H1 receptor antagonist) Use: | Management of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and as a preventive treatment for asthma Adult dose: | 1 mg twice daily, may be increased to 2 mg twice daily if necessary Pediatric dose: | Not recommended for children under 3 years; for children aged 3-12 years, 1 mg twice daily Side effects: | Drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, fatigue, headache, gastrointestinal disturbances Contraindications: | Hypers

Drug Class

Antihistamine (H1 receptor antagonist)

Uses & Indications

Management of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and as a preventive treatment for asthma

Storage Requirements

Store at room temperature (15-30°C or 59-86°F) in a tightly closed container, protected from light and moisture

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Sandoz Pharmaceuticals AG, SWITZERLAND

Package Size

100's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 117.50

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

1 mg twice daily, may be increased to 2 mg twice daily if necessary

Pediatric Dose

Not recommended for children under 3 years; for children aged 3-12 years, 1 mg twice daily

Side Effects

Drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, fatigue, headache, gastrointestinal disturbances

Contraindications & Precautions

Hypersensitivity to ketotifen or any component of the formulation; use with caution in patients with a history of seizures

Important Warnings

May cause sedation; caution advised when driving or operating machinery; not to be used as a sole therapy for acute asthma attacks

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Ketotifen Fumarate available in UAE pharmacies:

APIZAD 0.25 mg/ml Eye Drops ASMAFORT 1 mg Tablets ASMAFORT 1 mg/5ml Syrup GLODITEN 1 mg Tablets GLODITEN 1 mg/5ml Syrup HISTOFEN 1 mg/5ml Syrup KETONIL 1 mg/5ml Syrup KETONIL 1 mg/5ml Syrup KETOTIFEN 0.25 mg/ml Eye Drops ORCHAZID 0.25 mg/ml Eye Drops

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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