Ketotifen syrup 100 ml.

COMPOSITION
1 ml syrup contains:
active ingredient: Ketotifen hydrigenfumarate 0? 276 mg, eq. 0? 200 mg Ketotifen
excipients: sorbitol, methyl parahydroxybenzoate, propyl parahydroxybenzoate, citric acid, disodium phosphate dodecahydrate, ethanol, saccharin sodium, strawberry flavor, purified water.
 
 
PHARMACEUTICAL FORM AND CONTENTS
Syrup, 100 mi in glass or plastic
 
 
ACTION
Ketotifen inhibits release of histamine from mast cells (immunoactive cells), resulting in slow or prevent the allergic reactions of the skin or bronchi. Not suppress asthma attacks, but reduces their frequency, intensity and duration.
 
INDICATIONS
• Prolonged prophylaxis of allergic bronchial asthma and mixed forms of asthma;
• Allergic bronchitis
• Asthmatic complications of hay fever
• Allergic rhinitis
• Allergic dermatoses
 
  NECESSARY INFORMATION BEFORE USE
 
 
Contraindications
The preparation does not apply in cases of hypersensitivity (allergy) to ketotifen or any of the excipients.
 
Special precautions for use
Implementation of ketotifen in patients taking systemic corticosteroids require a gradual reduction of the dose or increase the interval between doses of corticosteroid therapy to prevent the onset of adrenal insufficiency.
Ketotifen not reverse the attacks of bronchial asthma and should not be used in these cases.
 
Interactions
If you are taking other medicines or wish to receive such as treatment with Ketotifen should tell your doctor. Poorly concomitant administration of ketotifen with certain antidiabetic agents, since it is possible reversibly reducing platelet counts. It is possible to enhance the effects of sedatives and sleeping preparations of some antiallergic agents, which is why such combinations should be avoided.
In the course of treatment with ketotifen should avoid alcohol intake.
Use in pregnancy and during lactation
Ketotifen not be used in pregnant women. Breast-feeding should be discontinued during the treatment with the preparation.
Effects on ability to drive and use machines
In the first days of treatment should not undertake activities requiring increased alertness. During treatment with ketotifen may occur some side effects such as headaches, drowsiness, dizziness, which may impair the ability to drive and use machines. In these categories of persons Ketotifen apply only after prescription by a doctor.
 
Data excipients
The syrup contains the following inactive ingredients: which can cause various side effects:

- Parabens (Methylparahydroxybenzoate, Propylparahydroxybenzoate) - as is the development of hypersensitivity reactions (itching and skin rash, bronchospasm, etc.).
- Ethanol - contains 2,0 g of ethanol in 100 ml of a syrup, a dose / 5 ml / syrup contains 100 mg of ethanol
- Sorbitol - contains 35 g of sorbitol per 100 ml of syrup. When taken according to dosage recommendations,
Each dose (5 ml) contains 1,75 g sorbitol. Is unsuitable in hereditary fructose intolerance. May cause gastrointestinal irritation and diarrhea.
 
INFORMATION FOR PROPER USE
 
 
Dosage and method of administration
 
The recommended dose for adults - twice a day (morning and evening) 5 ml syrup during meals. The dose may be increased to an unsatisfactory therapeutic effect, at the discretion of the physician.
The duration of treatment is determined by the doctor.
In the event that omit certain time to take preparation, this can happen at any time, with an interval between the two taken not less than 10 hours.
 
OVERDOSE
Overdose is possible with administration of doses larger than prescribed by a physician. Signs of overdose - nausea, vomiting, drowsiness, drop in blood pressure, palpitations, disorientation. In these cases it is necessary to stop taking the drug and seek medical attention.
 
SIDE EFFECTS
Fatigue, dry mouth, dizziness, nausea, headache, and usually resolves spontaneously within a few days.
In some cases due to increased appetite, possible weight gain.
In rare cases are possible hypersensitivity reactions - rash, urticaria (hives).
If any of the side effects or other adverse events during treatment with Ketotifen syrup should tell your doctor. STORAGE
Dry and protected from direct sunlight at a temperature below 25 ° C. After first opening the container is stored under the same conditions until 15 days. Keep out of reach of children.
SHELF LIFE
3 years from date of manufacture
The preparation should not be used after the expiry date stated on the package.