Asfen syrup 1mg / 5 ml

About Asfen syrup 1mg / 5 ml

Asfen Syrup Uses

• Allergic rhinitis with sneezing, runny nose and itchy eyes in children
• Chronic urticaria and skin allergies causing itching
• Prophylaxis of allergy flare ups in children with a history of eczema or asthma related allergy symptoms

Asfen Syrup Benefits

• Convenient liquid form is easy to measure and give to children who cannot swallow tablets
• Twice daily dosing helps maintain steady control of allergy symptoms through the day
• Evening dosing can reduce daytime drowsiness while still controlling nighttime itching and congestion

Doctors across Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi commonly prescribe Asfen syrup for children with seasonal allergies, especially during the spring pollen season and the smog months in Punjab. Pediatricians often pair it with saline nasal drops for younger patients.

The 1mg per 5ml strength allows precise weight based dosing for children older than 3 years. Giving the syrup with food or milk can reduce stomach upset, and a consistent morning and evening schedule works best for allergy control.

Ketotifen can cause drowsiness, so parents should watch how a child responds before school days or exams. Any persistent excessive sleepiness or unusual irritability should be reported to a doctor promptly.

Drug Class

• Second Generation Antihistamine
• Mast Cell Stabilizer

Asfen syrup 1mg / 5 ml formula

• Ketotifen

Available forms

• Syrup

How to use Asfen syrup 1mg / 5 ml?

• Shake the bottle well before each use
• Use the marked measuring cup or spoon provided, not a regular kitchen spoon
• Give the syrup with food or milk to reduce stomach upset
• Take one dose in the morning and one dose at night, spaced about 12 hours apart
• Keep dosing at the same times each day for consistent allergy control

Drug Interactions

• Sedating Antihistamines: Combining with other antihistamines increases the risk of excess drowsiness.
• CNS Depressants: Sedatives, sleep aids and cough syrups with sedating ingredients can add to drowsiness.
• Oral Antidiabetic Drugs: Rare reports of low platelet counts when combined with oral diabetes medicines, so monitoring is advised.

Risks and warnings

• Drowsiness: Asfen syrup can make children sleepy, so avoid giving it before school activities that need full alertness.
• Weight Gain: Long term use may increase appetite and cause weight gain in some children.
• Young Children: Use in children under 3 years only under direct medical supervision.
• Liver Or Kidney Disease: Children with liver or kidney problems need dose adjustment and close monitoring.
• Alcohol And Sedatives: Avoid combining with other sedating medicines since this can deepen drowsiness.

Side Effects

• Drowsiness or sleepiness
• Dry mouth
• Increased appetite
• Mild dizziness
• Irritability or restlessness
• Nausea or stomach upset
• Headache

Storage Conditions

Store Asfen syrup at room temperature below 30°C, away from direct sunlight. Keep the bottle tightly closed and out of reach of children. Discard any unused syrup after the expiry date printed on the bottle.