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Ketotifen

Ketotifen fumarate (ZaditorĀ®) is an H1-antihistamine available in two forms. In its opthalmic form, it is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis, or the itchy red eyes caused by allergies. In its oral form, it is used to prevent asthma attacks. Side effects include drowsiness, weight gain, dry mouth, irritability, and increased nosebleeds.

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Taisho Pharmaceutical to Launch OTC-switched Zaditen Nasal Solution
From JCNN News Summaries, 8/5/05

Tokyo, Japan, Aug 4, 2005 - (JCNN) - Taisho Pharmaceutical (TSE: 4535) announced on August 3 that it has received approval from the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare for an OTC-switched version of Zaditen Nasal Solution, an antiallergic agent developed by Novartis Pharma.

Taisho will distribute OTC-switched Zaditen as its Pabron series through pharmacies across Japan while Novartis Pharma will import it.

Containing ketotifen fumarate as a main ingredient, the product helps alleviate nasal allergy symptoms due to pollen and house-dust mites.

Source: JCN http://www.japancorp.net

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