Privent
Privent (Ketotifen) is a non-bronchodilator antiasthmatic drug that inhibits the effects of certain inflammatory substances, such as histamine and leukotrienes. It also acts as a mast cell stabilizer, helping to prevent asthma attacks and reduce allergic reactions when taken regularly. It is not effective for treating acute asthma attacks.
Dosage by Body Weight
Take twice daily with meals. Dosage should be individualized. May cause drowsiness, especially during the first few days of treatment. Do not stop taking other asthma medications abruptly when starting Privent.
- Body Weight
- Below 5 kg
- Dose
- Not recommended
- Frequency
- N/A
- Tracking Notes
- Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months of age have not been established.
- Body Weight
- 5-7 kg
- Dose
- 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg (1.25 mL to 2.5 mL syrup)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Consult a pediatrician. Recommended starting dose is usually lower to minimize sedation.
- Body Weight
- 8-10 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg (2.5 mL syrup)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Dose for infants aged 6 months to 3 years.
- Body Weight
- 11-15 kg
- Dose
- 0.5 mg (2.5 mL syrup)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Standard dose for toddlers up to 3 years of age.
- Body Weight
- 16-20 kg
- Dose
- 1.0 mg (5 mL syrup or 1 tablet)
- Frequency
- Twice daily
- Tracking Notes
- Children over 3 years of age can transition to the standard child/adult dose of 1 mg twice daily.
| Body Weight | Dose | Frequency | Tracking Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Below 5 kg | Not recommended | N/A | Safety and efficacy in infants under 6 months of age have not been established. |
| 5-7 kg | 0.25 mg to 0.5 mg (1.25 mL to 2.5 mL syrup) | Twice daily | Consult a pediatrician. Recommended starting dose is usually lower to minimize sedation. |
| 8-10 kg | 0.5 mg (2.5 mL syrup) | Twice daily | Dose for infants aged 6 months to 3 years. |
| 11-15 kg | 0.5 mg (2.5 mL syrup) | Twice daily | Standard dose for toddlers up to 3 years of age. |
| 16-20 kg | 1.0 mg (5 mL syrup or 1 tablet) | Twice daily | Children over 3 years of age can transition to the standard child/adult dose of 1 mg twice daily. |
Formulation
Purpose
Prophylactic treatment of bronchial asthma and symptomatic relief of allergic conditions such as allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis.
Generic Name
KetotifenScheduled Drug
Yes. This medicine should be supplied or used only according to applicable prescription and regulatory requirements.