E-drug: Ketotifen (cont'd)
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Ketotifen is a second line drug for use in mild atopic asthma in
children who cannot use inhaled steroids. Full benefits from its use
may not be seen for 8-12 weeks. The main side effect is sedation. It
may potentiate the effects of sedatives, hypnotics, antihistamines and
alcohol.
Joel Lexchin MD
121 Walmer Rd.
Toronto, Ontario
CANADA M5R 2X8
Phone: (416)-964-7186
Fax: (416)-923-9515
e mail: joel.lexchin@utoronto.ca
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