Alcaftadine eye drops indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms (itchy, watery, red and swollen eyes and/or eyelids) of allergic conjunctivitis including vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal keratitis, blepharitis, blepharoconjunctivitis and giant papillary conjunctivitis.
Ophthalmic Anti-allergic preparations
This eye drops is a sterile topical ophthalmic solution containing Alcaftadine. Alcaftadine is an histamine receptor antagonist and inhibitor of the release of histamine from mast cell. It is also a potent histamine H2 and H4 receptor antagonist that has demonstrated anti-inflammatory property. In doing so, antihistaminic effect provides relief from itching associated with early phase of ocular allergic response, whereas mast cell stabilization inhibits the release of mediators such as cytokines and lipid mediators that play a role in late-phase response of allergic conjunctivitis.
The recommended dose of Alcaftadine eye drops is 1 drop in the affected eye(s) once a day.
It is contraindicated in persons with a known hypersensitivity to any component of this product. Contamination of Tip and Solution To minimize contaminating the dropper tip and solution, care should be taken not to touch the eyelids or surrounding areas with the dropper tip of the bottle. Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use. Contact Lens Use Remove contact lenses prior to instillation of Alcaftadine. Lenses may be reinserted after 10 minutes following administration of Alcaftadine.
Common side effects of Alcaftadine include mild and temporary burning/ stinging/ irritation of the eyes, eye redness or itching, runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, flu symptoms or headache.
Pregnancy Category B. Reproduction studies performed in rats and rabbits revealed no evidence of impaired female reproduction or harm to the fetus due to alcaftadine.There are however, this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. Nursing Mothers: It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Because many drugs are excreted in human milk, caution should be exercised when alcaftadine eye drops is administered to a nursing woman.
Keep below 25°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.
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