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Asthafen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Syrup, Tablet. It is typically used for the treatment of Asthma. Secondary and off-label uses of Asthafen have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Asthafen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Asthafen are Agitation, Irritability, Insomnia. While these are the most often observed Asthafen side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Asthafen are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Asthafen has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Asthafen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Asthafen related warnings section.
Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Diabetes, Epilepsy must refrain from the use of Asthafen since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Asthafen are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Asthafen may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Asthafen is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Asthafen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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| 2 - 12 years (Child) |
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| Infant (1 month to 2 years) |
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Is the use of Asthafen safe for pregnant women?
Asthafen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Asthafen without medical advice.
Is the use of Asthafen safe during breastfeeding?
Asthafen should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Asthafen on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Asthafen. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Asthafen on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Asthafen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Asthafen on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Asthafen. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Asthafen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Asthafen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Asthafen habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Asthafen has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Asthafen will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Asthafen only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Asthafen for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Asthafen
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Asthafen and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Asthafen
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Asthafen with alcohol.
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References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 229
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Zaditor™ (ketotifen fumarate)
