Ingredient

Ketotifen Fumarate

Ketotifen fumarate is an antitussive and expectorant component that alleviates cough and phlegm.

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MFDS ingredient code M081819

What does it do?

Ketotifen fumarate is an antihistamine component mainly used in medications to relieve cough and phlegm symptoms. It helps reduce allergic reactions and alleviate inflammation in the airways.

Ketotifen fumarate reduces airway inflammation and hypersensitivity by blocking histamine receptors. This decreases stimuli that trigger coughing and facilitates phlegm expulsion.

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Approved uses differ by product. Check each product's information for its actual use.

Good to know

Unlike simple antihistamines, ketotifen fumarate has antitussive and expectorant effects, making it specialized for alleviating cough and phlegm symptoms. It is more effective than other antihistamines in controlling airway inflammation.

Medicines containing this ingredient

Even with the same ingredient, strength, dosage form and how it is taken can differ.

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Even with the same ingredient, dosage and approved uses can differ by strength, dosage form and combined ingredients. Check each product's information before taking it.

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SourceKorea Ministry of Food and Drug Safety (Drug Safety Korea)

Product approval information is based on drug information provided by the Ministry of Food and Drug Safety.
Ingredient and class descriptions are not part of MFDS data and were written separately by Cashdoc.
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