Ketotifen

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 07.10.2021

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Definition
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Antiallergic, histamine and serotonin antagonist with simultaneous inhibition of mediator release.

Half-life
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0,7 h

Indication
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Chronic urticaria, bronchial asthma.

Dosage and method of use
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Gradual dosage of 1 mg p.o. once a day for the first 3-4 days of treatment, then 1 mg twice a day, if necessary increasing to 2 mg p.o. twice a day.

Undesirable effects
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Dyspnea, nausea, dry mouth, micturition problems, allergic reactions, RR drop, tachycardia, fatigue, reduced responsiveness, headache, dizziness, weight gain.

Interactions
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Alcohol, antihistamines, hypnotics and sedatives increase the sedative effect. Sulfonylureas lead to thrombocytopenia.

Contraindication
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Pregnancy, lactation, paragroup allergy (syrup), status asthmaticus.

Preparations
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Ketof, ketotifen-ratiopharm, zadite, zadite ophtha, zatofug

Patientinformation
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Remember! The effect of ketotifen occurs after 8-12 weeks at the earliest. Patients should be advised of the limitation of their ability to react!

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Last updated on: 07.10.2021