Asfen tablet 1mg

About Asfen tablet 1mg

Asfen Tablet Uses

• Allergic rhinitis with sneezing, nasal congestion and itchy watery eyes
• Chronic urticaria and generalized skin itching
• Long term prevention of recurring allergic symptoms in people with atopic conditions

Asfen Tablet Benefits

• Compact tablet form suits adults and older children who can swallow tablets whole
• Twice daily 1mg dosing provides steady, round the clock symptom control
• Suitable for long term maintenance use in people with recurring seasonal allergies

Allergists in Lahore, Karachi, Islamabad and Rawalpindi frequently recommend Asfen tablet for adults dealing with year round allergic rhinitis linked to dust, pollen and air pollution. It is also used for people with chronic hives that keep coming back.

The 1mg tablet is usually taken twice daily, once in the morning and once at night. Doctors often start with the night dose alone for the first few days so the body adjusts to any initial drowsiness before adding the morning dose.

Ketotifen tablets can cause sedation and increased appetite in some people, so driving or operating machinery should be avoided until the response is known. Anyone with liver disease or who is pregnant should use it only under medical supervision.

Drug Class

• Second Generation Antihistamine
• Mast Cell Stabilizer

Asfen tablet 1mg formula

• Ketotifen

Available forms

• Tablet

How to use Asfen tablet 1mg?

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water
• Take one tablet in the morning and one at night, about 12 hours apart
• Take with food if it causes stomach discomfort
• Do not crush or chew the tablet unless a doctor advises otherwise
• Continue the full course as prescribed even if symptoms improve early

Drug Interactions

• Alcohol: Increases sedation and impairs coordination when taken with Asfen tablet.
• CNS Depressants: Sleeping pills, muscle relaxants and anxiety medicines can add to drowsiness.
• Oral Antidiabetic Drugs: Combined use has rarely been linked to reversible low platelet counts, so blood monitoring may be advised.
• Other Antihistamines: Taking Asfen tablet with another antihistamine raises the risk of excessive sedation without added benefit.

Risks and warnings

• Drowsiness: Asfen tablet can cause sedation, so avoid driving or using heavy machinery until you know how it affects you.
• Pregnancy And Breastfeeding: Use only if a doctor confirms the benefit outweighs the risk.
• Weight Gain: Long term use may increase appetite and lead to weight gain.
• Liver Disease: People with liver impairment need a lower dose and regular monitoring.
• Alcohol Use: Combining Asfen tablet with alcohol can intensify drowsiness and impair coordination.

Side Effects

• Drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Increased appetite and weight gain
• Dizziness
• Headache
• Nausea
• Mild agitation in some people

Storage Conditions

Store Asfen tablet at room temperature below 30°C, away from moisture and direct light. Keep the strip in its original packaging until use. Keep out of reach of children.