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Brand: Zaditor, Alaway, Claritin Eye, Zaditen, Ketotifen Fumarate
Ketotifen is an antihistamine and mast cell stabilizer used to prevent allergic reactions and asthma attacks. It belongs to the class of medications known as H1 receptor antagonists and works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance released by the body during an allergic reaction. Ketotifen also stabilizes mast cells, which are immune cells that release histamine and other inflammatory mediators. This dual action makes it effective in preventing and reducing the severity of allergic symptoms.
For preventing allergic reactions, asthma attacks, and allergic conjunctivitis.
Outcome:
Excessive sedation, respiratory depression
Mechanism:
Additive CNS depression
Outcome:
Increased drowsiness
Mechanism:
Additive CNS depressant effects
Outcome:
Potential masking of hypoglycemia symptoms
Mechanism:
Beta-blockers can mask tachycardia associated with hypoglycemia
Most likely new formulation: Controlled-release eye drops (Year: 2025, 60% confidence)
Based on current usage trends and safety profile, Ketotifen has a low likelihood ( <5%) of regulatory changes in the next 5 years.
Antihistamine, Mast Cell Stabilizer
Benzocycloheptathiophene