Ketotif 1 mg Tablet

Ketotif 1 mg Tablet is a prescription tablet that contains ketotifen 1 mg in each tablet. Ketotifen is a first-generation antihistamine with mast cell–stabilizing activity, and this tablet is used in the prevention and long-term control of allergic asthma symptoms, not for sudden breathing attacks. Ketotif 1 mg Tablet is meant for people whose symptoms have been evaluated by a clinician and who need regular preventive treatment rather than quick relief. It may also be used for other allergy-related conditions when a doctor decides it is appropriate.

How it works: Ketotifen helps calm allergic inflammation by reducing the release of substances like histamine from mast cells. In tablet form, Ketotif 1 mg Tablet is taken by mouth to help prevent airway irritation and asthma symptoms over time, rather than opening the airways right away.

Ketotif 1 mg Tablet is a full-strength ketotifen tablet, so it is not the same as lower-dose starter options that may be easier for some patients to begin with. This strength may be chosen for adults or other patients who need the standard tablet amount for ongoing asthma prevention, but the exact dose and schedule should be set by a doctor because sedation can be more noticeable with ketotifen.

• Prevention of allergic asthma symptoms
• Long-term control of wheezing
• Reduction of allergy-triggered airway irritation
• Supportive treatment for allergic conditions when prescribed by a doctor

• Swallow Ketotif 1 mg Tablet with water; do not chew it unless your prescriber specifically tells you to.
• Take it exactly as directed, because this tablet is for prevention and is not used to stop an asthma attack.
• If it makes you sleepy, your doctor may tell you to take it in the evening or at bedtime.
• You may take it with or without food unless your pharmacist or doctor gives different instructions.
• Do not change the dose or stop taking Ketotif 1 mg Tablet on your own, even if you feel well.

Each Ketotif 1 mg Tablet provides 1 mg of ketotifen per tablet. The number of tablets taken per day depends on the prescriber’s plan; some patients take it once or twice daily, and the maximum daily dose should only be the one your doctor orders for you.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Ketotifen may include:

• Drowsiness or sleepiness, which can be more noticeable with the 1 mg tablet
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Increased appetite
• Weight gain
• Fatigue
• Headache

• Ketotif 1 mg Tablet can cause drowsiness, so do not drive or use machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Avoid alcohol unless your doctor says it is safe, because alcohol can increase sleepiness and dizziness.
• Tell your doctor if you have a history of seizures, liver problems, or kidney problems before using this tablet.
• This medicine is for prevention and maintenance; it does not treat sudden asthma attacks, so keep your rescue inhaler available if prescribed.
• Use caution if you take other medicines that cause sedation, because the 1 mg strength may add to that effect.
• Let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding before starting ketotifen.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose, since stronger or more frequent dosing may increase side effects without improving control.

• Alcohol
• Other sedating medicines such as sleep aids, opioids, or benzodiazepines
• Antihistamines or allergy medicines that also cause drowsiness
• Certain antidepressants or antipsychotics that can increase sedation
• Asthma medicines should be reviewed together so the full treatment plan is coordinated

Store Ketotif 1 mg Tablet at room temperature in the original strip/box, away from moisture and excess heat.