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Ketasma Tablet

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Ketotifen (1mg)

₹105₹95

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Ketasma Tablet

Introduction to Ketasma Tablet

Ketasma Tablet is the prescription medicine used to prevent the symptoms of asthma. It helps to reduce the number and severity of asthma attacks by decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the lungs.

Ketasma Tablet can be taken with or without food. Take it in the exact dose and duration as advised by your doctor. The dose and how often you take it depends on what you are taking it for. Your doctor will decide how much you need to improve your symptoms. Take it for as long as it is prescribed to you. Do not miss any doses, in case you missed a dose, take it as soon as you remember it.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have epilepsy, or you have diabetes. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. This medicine is usually not safe to take during pregnancy and breastfeeding, ask from the doctor if required.

Safety Advice for Ketasma Tablet

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Ketasma Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.

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Ketasma Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

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Ketasma Tablet is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

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It is not known whether Ketasma Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

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There is limited information available on the use of Ketasma Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.

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There is limited information available on the use of Ketasma Tablet in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor.

How Ketasma Tablet works

The Ketasma Tablet works by blocking the release of certain chemical messengers that may cause inflammation, spasm of muscles of the airways and other symptoms of asthma and allergies.

How To Use Ketasma Tablet

  • Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Ketasma Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Benefits Of Ketasma Tablet

Side Effects Of Ketasma Tablet

  • Hyperactivity
  • Irritation
  • Sleep disturbance
  • Agitation
  • Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping)
  • Nervousness
  • Sedation
  • Conjunctival inflammation

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FAQ's on Ketasma Tablet

Is Ketasma legal?

Ketasma is legal and available worldwide in many countries

Why does ketotifen cause weight gain?

Leptin acts on receptors in the hypothalamus of the brain, where it inhibits appetite. Ketotifen by inhibitory effect on production of TNF-α can reduce leptin level and thereby decreased the inhibition of leptin on appetite and finally result in weight gain.

Is Ketasma a steroid?

Ketasma is not a steroid

Is ketotifen an antihistamine?

Ophthalmic ketotifen is used to relieve the itching of allergic pinkeye. Ketotifen is in a class of medications called antihistamines.

How long does Ketasma take to work?

Ketasma oral (tablet or syrup) takes about 2-4 hours to work and lasts up to 22 hours

What Ketotifen tablets is for?

What is this medication used for Ketotifen is used for relieving symptoms of allergic conditions such as itchy skin rash, sneezing, runny nose or itchy eyes. Ketotifen belongs to a group of medications called antihistamines. It works by blocking the effects of histamine, a chemical that causes allergic symptoms.

When should I take Ketotifen?

Adults and children 3 years of age and older—The usual dose is 1 milligram (mg) (1 tablet or 5 milliliters [mL] of syrup) twice daily, once in the morning and once in the evening. Infants and children from 6 months to 3 years of age—Dose is based on body weight and must be determined by the doctor.

Is ketotifen safe?

Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects. Tell your doctor right away if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur: dry eyes, eye pain, increased redness/swelling of the eye, vision problems. A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare.

What is Ketasma used for?

Ketasma Tablet is the prescription medicine used to prevent the symptoms of asthma. It helps to reduce the number and severity of asthma attacks by decreasing inflammation (swelling) in the lungs.

What is 1mg tablet?

Page 1mg Tablet is used to lower blood sugar levels in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus. It is usually prescribed along with other diabetes medicines to achieve adequate blood sugar control. It also prevents serious complications of diabetes like kidney damage and blindness. ₹37.4MRP₹44.

Is ketotifen sedative?

Ketotifen is described as a prophylactic antiasthma compound. Its predominant effect is histamine H<sub>1</sub>-receptor antagonism, which accounts for its sedative effect. Ketotifen has little effect in clinical asthma—in acute challenge, on airway hyperresponsiveness, or on clinical symptoms.

Does Ketasma cause weight gain, make you sleepy, or drowsy?

Ketasma can cause weight gain, can make you sleepy and drowsy

Is Ketasma available over the counter?

Ketasma eye drops are available over the counter. Ketasma tablets and syrups are available only with doctors prescription

Is Ketasma safe?

Ketasma is safe if taken as prescribed. In case of any side effects, consult your doctor

How quickly does ketotifen work?

However, the onset of action of ketotifen is slow, and it may take 4 to 6 weeks to achieve full prophylactic value under certain conditions.

How long does Ketasma last?

Generally Ketasma eye drop takes 15 min to work and lasts up to 5-8 hours.

Is Ketasma addictive?

Ketasma is not addictive

How do you use Montair FX?

A: Montair FX is used for the management of symptoms of allergic rhinitis or hay fever such as runny &amp; stuffed nose, blockage in airways, sneezing, itching, watery eyes and other allergic symptoms.

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Ketasma Tablet

by Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Ketotifen (1mg)

₹105₹95

10% off
Ketasma Tablet

Ketasma Tablet

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