Youngpoong Ketotifen Syrup (Ketotifen Fumarate)

Adult dose

Adults and children over 3 years: Administer 1 mg orally twice a day (morning, evening) as ketotifen. For those over 10 years old, it may be administered up to 2 mg as needed. If sedation sensitivity occurs with ketotifen, start with 0.5 mg orally twice a day during the first week of treatment or 1 mg at bedtime, gradually increasing to 2 mg per day.

Child dose

Children aged 6 months to under 3 years: Administer 0.5 mg orally twice a day (morning, evening) as ketotifen. Adjust dosage appropriately based on age and symptoms.

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to this drug or have experienced hypersensitivity reactions to it. Additionally, patients with seizure disorders such as epilepsy, or those with a history of such conditions, should avoid this medication as it may induce seizures. This medication cannot substitute for steroid drugs used in the treatment of asthma, so patients being treated for asthma should not discontinue their treatment without consulting their physician. Breastfeeding women are advised not to take this medication, and if necessary, should discontinue breastfeeding. Patients taking oral hypoglycemic agents should be cautious as platelet counts may decrease when using this medication simultaneously. Patients with genetic issues such as fructose intolerance should avoid the syrup formulation of this medication. Patients already on other medications for asthma should not abruptly stop their existing medications when starting treatment with this medication, but should gradually taper off. During the initial days of taking this medication, symptoms such as drowsiness or dizziness may occur, so caution is advised when driving or operating machinery. Patients on long-term steroid treatment should be careful when reducing the steroid dosage with this medication, as adrenal insufficiency may occur. If there is an infection, appropriate antimicrobial therapy should be given concurrently. This medication does not prevent seizures that have already occurred, so separate treatment for seizure symptoms is required. It is advisable for patients with seasonal allergies to start taking this medication before symptoms worsen and to continue until the symptoms resolve. When discontinuing treatment, the dose should be gradually reduced over 2 to 4 weeks to minimize side effects. This medication may enhance the effects of sedatives, sleep aids, antihistamines, and alcohol, so caution is needed when used together. Safety during pregnancy has not been established; it should only be used when necessary and under medical supervision, while it is preferable to avoid its use during breastfeeding. Special attention should be paid to side effects when administering to children and the elderly, and dosage adjustments based on body weight may be necessary for children. In case of overdose, symptoms such as drowsiness, confusion, and seizures may occur, so appropriate treatment should be provided according to the symptoms. It is advisable to discontinue this medication prior to allergy testing and to store it in its original container out of the reach of children.

Serious side effects

• Urticaria
• erythema multiforme
• Stevens-Johnson syndrome
• severe skin reactions
• hepatitis
• increased liver enzymes
• seizures
• headache

Mild side effects

• Cystitis
• weight gain
• excitement
• irritability
• insomnia
• nervousness
• dizziness
• sedation
• dry mouth
• nausea

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container to prevent exposure to air or moisture. It is advisable to maintain a storage temperature between 1 degree and 30 degrees Celsius to preserve its efficacy.

Appearance

A transparent liquid with a colorless to pale yellow appearance and a sweet aromatic taste, contained in a white plastic bottle.

Package unit

500 milliliters per bottle