Ketasma Tablet – For Asthma and Allergic Eye Diseases

Ketasma Tablet is a prescription anti-allergic medicine used to prevent asthma symptoms and treat allergic eye conditions. It works by reducing airway inflammation and easing allergy symptoms such as eye redness, itching, and irritation. It is not a rescue medicine for asthma attacks but helps prevent them when used regularly.

Uses of Ketasma Tablet:

• Prevention of Asthma symptoms
• Treatment of Allergic eye diseases

Benefits of Ketasma Tablet:

• Reduces the frequency and severity of asthma attacks
• Relieves symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergy)
• Helps control chronic allergic responses by lowering inflammatory mediators
• Improves overall respiratory and ocular comfort in allergy-prone individuals

How Ketasma Tablet Works?

Ketasma contains Ketotifen, an antihistamine and mast cell stabilizer. It works by blocking the release of histamines and leukotrienes, which are chemical messengers responsible for inflammation, airway muscle spasms, and allergy symptoms. This action helps in the prevention of asthma attacks and alleviation of eye allergies.

How to Use?

1. Take the medicine at the same time daily, with or without food.
2. Swallow the tablet whole – do not crush, chew or break it.
3. Follow the dosage strictly as prescribed by your doctor.
4. Continue the medication for the full prescribed duration, even if you feel better.

Side Effects:

Common side effects:

• Weight gain
• Respiratory tract infections
• Skin rash

These effects are generally mild and temporary. However, inform your doctor if they persist or worsen.

Safety Advice:

• Alcohol: Caution advised. May enhance drowsiness. Consult your doctor.
• Pregnancy: Not recommended. May harm the unborn baby. Use only if clearly needed under doctor supervision.
• Breastfeeding: Unsafe. May pass into breast milk and cause harm to the baby.
• Driving & Machinery: Use caution. May cause dizziness or drowsiness. Avoid driving if affected.
• Kidney Impairment: Consult your doctor. Limited data available.
• Liver Disease: Use with caution. Dose adjustment may be required in severe liver conditions.

Missed Dose?

If a dose is missed, take it as soon as you remember. If it’s close to your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for a missed one.

Drug Interactions:

Ketasma may cause excessive drowsiness or sedation when taken with the following medicines:

• Tramadol (Injection/Oral)
• Morphine (Oral)
• Codeine (Oral)
• Thalidomide (Oral)

Concurrent use may impair alertness, increase sedation and should be avoided unless necessary. Do not drive or operate machinery if taking these drugs together.

FAQs:

• Is Ketasma a rescue medication for asthma attacks?
  No. It is a preventive medicine and should not be used for treating sudden asthma attacks.
• Can Ketasma cause drowsiness?
  Yes. It may cause dizziness or sleepiness. Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how it affects you.
• Can Ketasma be used in children?
  It may be prescribed to children in age-appropriate doses. Follow your doctor’s instructions strictly.
• Can Ketasma be taken long-term?
  Yes, it is often prescribed for long-term use in allergy or asthma prevention. Regular monitoring is advised.