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How does it work?


Zaditen tablets and elixir contain the active ingredient ketotifen hydrogen fumarate, which is a type of medicine called an antihistamine.



Ketotifen is thought to work in a number of ways. It prevents the release of histamine from mast cells and also blocks H1 receptors, so that any histamine that is released is prevented from having an effect.


By blocking the actions of histamine, ketotifen helps prevent your body from reacting to allergens that would normally cause your allergic symptoms, eg hayfever.


What is it used for?





Allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis (hayfever) or allergic conjunctivitis



Warning!





This medicine should be taken with food.



This medicine may cause drowsiness. If affected do not drive or operate machinery. Alcohol should be avoided.



Use with caution in





History of epilepsy



Not to be used in





Pregnancy



Breastfeeding.



This medicine is not recommended for children under three years of age.



This medicine should not be used if you are allergic to one or any of its ingredients. Please inform your doctor or pharmacist if you have previously experienced such an allergy.



If you feel you have experienced an allergic reaction, stop using this medicine and inform your doctor or pharmacist immediately.



Side effects


Medicines and their possible side effects can affect individual people in different ways. The following are some of the side effects that are known to be associated with this medicine. Because a side effect is stated here, it does not mean that all people using this medicine will experience that or any side effect.





Drowsiness



Dry mouth



Dizziness



Weight gain



Irritability



Difficulty sleeping (insomnia)



Nervousness



Excitation



Bladder inflammation, commonly caused by infection (cystitis)



Inflammation of the liver (hepatitis)



Convulsions



Isolated severe skin reactions



The side effects listed above may not include all of the side effects reported by the drug's manufacturer.



For more information about any other possible risks associated with this medicine, please read the information provided with the medicine or consult your doctor or pharmacist.