Tag: Asthma prophylaxis

Worldwide, allergic rhinitis (hay fever) affects 10% to 30% of the population [1.12.1]. One medication used to manage allergic conditions is sodium cromoglicate, also known as cromolyn sodium. So, **what is sodium cromoglicate used for?** It is a mast cell stabilizer used to prevent and treat symptoms of various allergic conditions [1.3.2].

According to one study, ketotifen (the active ingredient in Histofen) functions as both an antihistamine and a mast cell stabilizer to effectively manage allergic conditions. What is the drug Histofen used for depends on its formulation, which includes treating conditions like allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, and, in its oral form, acting as a prophylactic treatment for asthma.

Ketotifen is a multifaceted medication used for various allergic conditions, with its ophthalmic form available over-the-counter for itchy eyes due to allergies. What is ketotifen used for in its other forms, and how does it work to stabilize mast cells and block histamine?