| Active substance |
Ketotifen |
| Also known as |
Ketotifenum |
| Blood pressure |
No significant effect |
| Chemical name |
4,9-Dihydro-4-(1-methyl-4-piperidylidene)-10H-benzo[4,5]cyclohepta[1,2-b]thiophen-10-one |
| Dosage (medical) |
1 mg twice daily orally |
| Dosage (sports) |
Not typically used in sports |
| Effects |
Reduces allergic symptoms and asthma exacerbations |
| FORM |
30 tabs x 1 mg |
| Formula |
C19H19NOS |
| Half-life |
12 hours |
| Hepatotoxicity |
Low risk |
| Lab Test |
Not typically required for monitoring |
| Main action |
Antihistaminic and mast cell stabilizing |
| Side effects |
Drowsiness, dry mouth, dizziness, increased appetite, weight gain |
| Storage conditions |
Store at room temperature, protect from light and moisture |
| Substance class |
Antihistamine and Mast Cell Stabilizer |
| Trade name |
Zaditor, Alaway |
| Use in sports |
None established |
| Water Retention |
Minimal |
| Manufacturer |
Sopharma |