Alcaftadine

Uses

Alcaftadine is used in the treatment of allergic eye disease, nasal allergy symptoms, allergic conditions, sneezing, and runny nose due to allergies, as well as allergic skin conditions.

How it Works

How Alcaftadine works Alcaftadine is an antihistamine medication that treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of histamine, a chemical messenger in the body.

Side Effects

Common side effects of Alcaftadine include eye irritation, itching, stinging in the eyes, and burning eyes.

Expert Advice

  • Your doctor has prescribed Alcaftadine to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to eye allergies.
  • It is effective for short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before administering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • A stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 minutes; notify your doctor if it persists longer.
  • Ensure to use the medication within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
  • Alcaftadine helps relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
  • Compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to cause drowsiness.
  • Exercise caution while driving or engaging in activities requiring concentration, as it may cause dizziness and sleepiness.
  • Avoid consuming alcohol while taking this medication, as it may increase sleepiness.
  • Stop taking Alcaftadine at least 3 days before undergoing an allergy test, as it may affect the test results.

Other Combinations

Alcaftadine + Ketorolac

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Frequently asked questions

Wash your hands before and after applying Alcaftadine. Avoid touching the eye with the dropper or ointment tube. Use it at the same time each day, applying the prescribed amount. Do not exceed the recommended dosage or stop using it without your doctor's advice.
Alcaftadine works by blocking histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergy symptoms such as itching, watery eyes, redness, and irritation.
Alcaftadine is an H1 antihistamine used to prevent and treat eye allergy symptoms, including itching, redness, irritation, and burning sensation.
Before using Alcaftadine, inform your doctor if you have allergies to it or its ingredients, any eye problems, or if you are taking other medications. Notify your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding. Do not use it for irritation caused by contact lenses, as it may discolor soft lenses.
Remove soft contact lenses before using Alcaftadine and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper or tube to any surface or your eye to prevent contamination.
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