Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops
 = Prescription Required
 = Generic Equvalent
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Zaditor Eye Drops
0.25mg/drop Liquid
Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops
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Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops Prescription Drug Information
Ketotifen (Into the eye)
Ketotifen (kee-toe-TYE-fen)
Treats eye itching and discomfort caused by allergies.
Brand Name(s):Zaditor, Leader Eye Itch Relief Drops, Alaway, Eye Itch Relief Drops, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Eye Itch, Claritin Eye, Visine All Day Eye Itch Relief, Rite Aid Eye Itch Relief, Zyrtec Itchy Eye Drops, Refresh Eye Itch Relief
There may be other brand names for Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops. When Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops Should Not Be Used:
You should not use Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops if you have had an allergic reaction to ketotifen. How to Use Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops:
Drop
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Your doctor will tell you how much of Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops is not for long-term use.
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Wash your hands before and after using the medicine.
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Shake the eye drops well just before each use.
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Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
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To use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away.
If a dose of Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops is missed:
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If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
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Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
How to Store and Dispose of Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops:
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Keep the bottle upright when you are not using it.
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Store the medicine at room temperature, away from heat and direct light.
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Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Drugs and Foods to Avoid While Taking Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops:
Ask your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicine, including over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.
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Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines in the eye.
Warnings While Using Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops:
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If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops.
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If you wear contact lenses, do not put them in right after using ketotifen. Wait at least 10 minutes before putting the lenses in your eyes.
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Do not wear your contact lens(es) if your eye(s) is red. You should not use Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops to treat irritation of the eyes caused by contact lenses.
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You should not use leftover medicine to treat other eye conditions or general discomfort from contact lenses.
Possible Side Effects While Using Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops:
Call your doctor right away if you notice any of these side effects:
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Change in or loss of vision
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Excessive tears in the eyes
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Rash
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Severe eye irritation, redness, swelling or pus in or around the eye
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Severe eye pain
If you notice these less serious side effects while taking Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops, talk with your doctor:
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Burning or stinging in the eye after using the medicine
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Headache
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Increased eye sensitivity to sunlight
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Runny or stuffy nose
If you notice other side effects that you think are caused by Ketotifen (Ketotifen Fumarate) Drops, tell your doctor.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088
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