Ketofen 100mg Tablet

Taking Ketofen on an empty stomach may cause nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, burning sensation in food pipe and stomach pain. Therefore, Ketofen should be taken with a glass of water either with meals or just after meals. Your doctor may also recommend to take an antacid with Ketofen to avoid stomach upset.

Take Ketofen only as long as advised by your doctor. Do not take it for longer than the recommended period of time. Long-term treatment with Ketofen and at high doses can cause an increased risk of heart attack, stroke, ulcers, bleeding or holes in stomach and intestine. These symptoms can occur at any time without warning.

If you are taking high doses of Ketofen or a long-term treatment or both, then it is advisable that you restrict or avoid alcohol. The reason being, taking both of them together increases your chances of ulcers and bleeding. It may also result in holes in the stomach and intestine (gastrointestinal perforation). These are serious side effects of Ketofen which may be life-threatening. Discuss with your doctor if you are not sure.

Avoid taking Ketofen during pregnancy as it may put your pregnancy and your unborn baby at risk. There have been reports of miscarriage and defects in the heart of the baby. But, if it is absolutely necessary to take it, then your doctor may prescribe a low dose for the shortest duration. This is applicable for the first 6 months of pregnancy. Ketofen should not be given during the last 3 months of pregnancy as it may cause various defects in the baby and may also prolong labor.

Yes, Ketofen may cause sleepiness. It may also cause dizziness, visual disturbances, drowsiness, fits and spinning sensation. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery if you experience these symptoms. Consult your doctor if you are not sure.

In a few cases, Ketofen may cause an increase in blood pressure. Before taking Ketofen, you should inform your doctor if you have high blood pressure. Also, inform your doctor about the medicines that you might be taking for it. Doctors prescribe this medicine in people with high blood pressure only if the benefits outweigh the risks. In fact, patients with uncontrolled blood pressure should be very careful and should regularly monitor their blood pressure while on Ketofen.