Uses
Ketotifen is primarily used:
1. Allergy Treatment: To treat allergic conditions such as hay fever, conjunctivitis, and eczema
2. Asthma Prevention: To prevent asthma attacks
3. Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS): Off-label use to treat MCAS
How it Works
Ketotifen:
- Blocks histamine receptors, reducing allergic symptoms
- Stabilizes mast cells, preventing the release of histamine and other mediators
Benefits
- Relieves Allergic Symptoms: Effective in relieving symptoms of allergies, such as itching, sneezing, and runny nose
- Prevents Asthma Attacks: Helps prevent asthma attacks by reducing inflammation and airway constriction
- Mast Cell Stabilization: Helps stabilize mast cells, reducing the risk of allergic reactions
