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Azofen 1mg Tablet

Azofen 1mg Tablet is used to treat various allergic conditions such as rhinitis. Additionally, it can treat mild atopic asthma symptoms. It contains Ketotifen, which blocks the effects of a chemical messenger known as histamine, which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. In some cases, it may cause irritation, drowsiness, hyperactivity, and sleep disturbances. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Dr Aneela Siddabathuni , MPharma., PhD
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More about the Product

Composition :

KETOTIFEN-1MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Lark Laboratories

Consume Type :

Oral

Expires on or after :

Dec-28

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Azofen 1mg Tablet

Azofen 1mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used primarily to prevent asthma attacks and manage various chronic allergic conditions. It helps reduce the severity and frequency of asthma symptoms over time, making it easier to breathe daily. It is also highly effective for treating allergic skin reactions like hives and long-term nasal allergies.

For this medicine to work effectively, you must take it consistently every single day as directed by your healthcare provider. It can be taken either with or without food. Combining this treatment with lifestyle changes, such as reducing exposure to known allergens and keeping your living space dust-free, can significantly improve your results.

Azofen 1mg Tablet is generally well-tolerated, but it can cause mild side effects like drowsiness, dry mouth, or a temporary increase in appetite. While these are usually harmless, you must contact your doctor immediately if you experience serious symptoms, such as severe skin rashes, coordination issues, or extreme mood changes.
Do not take this if you have a known allergy to any of its ingredients. Before starting this medicine, you should talk to your doctor if you have a history of seizures or epilepsy, as it may not be suitable for individuals with certain neurological conditions.

This medicine can interact with other substances, including alcohol and sleeping pills, which can cause severe drowsiness. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or an older adult, talk to your doctor or pharmacist to ensure this medicine is safe for your specific situation.

Uses of Azofen 1mg Tablet

Azofen 1mg Tablet may be prescribed to help manage the following conditions:

  • Asthma prevention: Azofen 1mg Tablet helps reduce the frequency and severity of asthma attacks when taken daily, though it will not stop an attack that has already started.
  • Allergic rhinitis: It relieves common seasonal allergy symptoms, including sneezing, a runny or itchy nose, and watery eyes.
  • Atopic dermatitis and hives: It helps control chronic skin itching, redness, and swelling caused by allergic reactions.

Key Benefits

Azofen 1mg Tablet helps prevent allergic reactions by reducing the release of allergy-causing substances in the body. With regular use, it helps control long-term allergy symptoms and reduces the frequency of asthma flare-ups.

  • Helps Prevent Allergy Symptoms: Reduces symptoms such as sneezing, runny nose, itchy eyes, and skin itching caused by allergies.
  • Reduces Asthma Flare-Ups: Regular use may help decrease the frequency and severity of asthma attacks when used as preventive therapy.
  • Provides Long-Term Allergy Control: Helps keep chronic allergic symptoms under control with continued use.
  • Improves Daily Comfort: Better symptom control may help improve sleep, outdoor activities, and overall quality of life.
  • Supports Better Respiratory Health: By reducing allergic inflammation, it helps maintain healthier airways and improves breathing comfort.

Directions for Use

  • Azofen 1mg Tablet should be taken with meals.
  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication.
  • Swallow Azofen 1mg Tablet as a whole with a glass of water.
  • Do not crush, break, or chew it.

How Azofen 1mg Tablet Works

Azofen 1mg Tablet contains ketotifen, which works in two main ways to protect your body from allergic reactions. First, it acts as an antihistamine. When your body encounters an allergen, it releases a chemical called histamine, which attaches to cells and causes swelling, itching, and congestion. This medicine blocks these histamine receptors, preventing these symptoms from developing. Second, it acts as a mast cell stabiliser. Mast cells are specialised immune cells that store inflammatory chemicals. When triggered, they release these chemicals into your tissues, causing airway tightening and skin inflammation. This medicine prevents these cells from breaking open and releasing their contents, providing a deep-level defence against chronic asthma and allergy symptoms.
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Alcohol

Unsafe

Azofen 1mg Tablet can cause excessive drowsiness if taken along with alcohol.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet is not recommended to be used in pregnancy. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet is not recommended to be used in breastfeeding. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor.

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Driving

Caution

During the first few days of treatment, your ability to drive or operate machinery may be impacted. So, only drive or use machinery if you are alert.

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Liver

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet should be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of liver diseases. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Azofen 1mg Tablet depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Kidney

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet should be taken with caution, especially if you have a pre-existing or a history of kidney disease. Your doctor may adjust the dose of Azofen 1mg Tablet depending on your medical condition and your reaction to treatment.

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Children

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet is not recommended for children below the age of 3 years.

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Heart

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet should be taken with caution in patients with heart problems. Please inform your doctor if you have any pre-existing heart problems before using Azofen 1mg Tablet.

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Geriatrics

Caution

Azofen 1mg Tablet should be used with caution in geriatric patients due to certain side effects. Please consult your physician.

What if I have taken an overdose of Azofen 1mg Tablet

If you suspect an overdose, seek immediate emergency medical care or call your local poison control centre. Symptoms of an overdose can include severe drowsiness, confusion, rapid heart rate, or hyperexcitability, especially in children.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Identify and avoid triggers: Keep an allergy diary to track what triggers your symptoms, such as pollen, pet dander, or dust, and minimise your exposure to them.
  • Manage weight changes: Since this medicine can increase your appetite, focus on a balanced diet rich in whole grains, vegetables, and lean proteins to help manage your weight.
  • Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to help relieve dry mouth, a common side effect of this medicine.
  • Maintain clean indoor air: Use allergen-proof covers on pillows and mattresses, and consider using a HEPA air purifier to reduce airborne triggers in your home.

Have a query?

How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Azofen 1mg Tablet to start to work: The time required for Azofen 1mg Tablet to show its action is not clinically established. The time for which the effects of Azofen 1mg Tablet last: The duration of action for Azofen 1mg Tablet is not clinically established.

What if you forget to take Azofen 1mg Tablet

If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Storage

•Store Azofen 1mg Tablet at room temperature, ideally between 15°C and 30°C. •Keep the container tightly closed and protect it from direct sunlight, extreme heat, and moisture.

Drug Warnings

  • Not for sudden attacks: Do not use Azofen 1mg Tablet to treat a sudden, acute asthma attack. Always keep your fast-acting rescue inhaler with you for emergencies.
  • Be patient: It can take up to 10 weeks of daily, consistent use to achieve the full protective benefits of this medicine. Do not stop taking it if you do not feel immediate results.
  • Avoid heavy machinery: This medicine can cause significant sleepiness. Avoid driving, operating machinery, or performing dangerous tasks until you know how this medicine affects you.
  • Avoid alcohol: Do not drink alcohol while taking Azofen 1mg Tablet, as it can dangerously increase drowsiness and dizziness.
  • Allergy testing warning: If you are scheduled to undergo allergy skin testing, talk to your doctor. You may need to stop taking this medicine several days beforehand to avoid affecting the test results.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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Drug-Drug Interactions

Inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines, as they may interact with Azofen 1mg Tablet:

  • Medicines That Cause Drowsiness: Sleeping pills, opioid pain medicines, muscle relaxants, other antihistamines, and certain anti-anxiety medicines may increase drowsiness and impair alertness.
  • Oral Diabetes Medicines: In rare cases, combining Azofen 1mg Tablet with certain oral antidiabetic medicines may temporarily reduce platelet counts. Your doctor may recommend monitoring if needed.

Drug-Food Interactions

The following foods or drinks may affect how Azofen 1mg Tablet works or increase the risk of side effects:

  • Alcohol: Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Azofen 1mg Tablet, as it may increase drowsiness, dizziness, and reduced alertness. 

Drug-Disease Interactions

Inform your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions before taking Azofen 1mg Tablet:

  • Epilepsy and Seizures: Talk to your doctor before taking this medicine if you have a history of seizures, as it may increase the risk of experiencing a seizure.
  • Liver problems: If you have pre-existing liver conditions, discuss this with your doctor, as your body may process the medicine more slowly, requiring careful monitoring.
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Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

[ANTIALLERGIC]

FAQs

Azofen 1mg Tablet is used to treat allergic conditions such as rhinitis. On the other hand, it can treat mild atopic asthma symptoms by decreasing lung inflammation.
Azofen 1mg Tablet contains Ketotifen, an antihistamine; it works by blocking the effect of a chemical messenger known as histamine, which is naturally involved in allergic reactions. As a result, Azofen 1mg Tablet effectively lowers allergic symptoms or conditions.
It is recommended not to take Azofen 1mg Tablet along with anticoagulants as Azofen 1mg Tablet may reduce the ability of the blood to clot.
Azofen 1mg Tablet should not be used in an epilepsy population. If you have epilepsy, tell your doctor before taking the Azofen 1mg Tablet.
Ketotifen is classified as a preventative antiasthmatic medication. Its main impact is histamine H1-receptor antagonism, which accounts for its sedative effect.
No, Azofen 1mg Tablet is a preventive medicine and will not stop an active, sudden asthma attack. You must use your fast-acting rescue inhaler for immediate relief during an attack. Talk to your doctor if you are unsure which of your medicines is your rescue treatment.
It is not a fast-acting medicine. While some minor improvements can occur early on, it typically takes 4 to 10 weeks of continuous daily use to feel the full protective benefits. Do not stop taking it even if you do not notice immediate changes. Talk to your doctor if you have concerns.
Yes, drowsiness is one of the most common side effects of this medicine, especially when you first start taking it. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you know how this medicine affects you. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if the sleepiness becomes severe or does not improve.
You should avoid drinking alcohol while taking this medicine. Alcohol can significantly increase the drowsiness and dizziness caused by the medication, making daily activities unsafe. Talk to your doctor if you find it difficult to avoid alcohol.
No, you should not stop taking this medicine suddenly, even if you feel completely better. Stopping it abruptly can cause your asthma or allergy symptoms to return or worsen. If you want to stop the medicine, talk to your doctor, who will guide you on how to do so safely.
Yes, some patients experience an increased appetite which can lead to weight gain while taking this medicine. Managing your diet and staying physically active can help control this side effect. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist for personalised advice on weight management.
The safety of this medicine during pregnancy and breastfeeding has not been fully established. If you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or are currently breastfeeding, you should talk to your doctor to weigh the benefits against any potential risks.
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember. However, if it is nearly time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue with your normal schedule. Never take two doses at the same time to make up for a missed one. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you frequently miss doses.

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Country of origin

India
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