Zaditor (OTC)
| Zaditor (OTC) | |
|---|---|
| DOSAGE | 1 gtt BID (every 8-12hrs, no more than BID) |
| GENERIC | ketotifen 0.025% |
| SIZE | 5mL |
| INDICATIONS | Indicated for temporary prevention of itching due to allergic conjunctivitis. |
| MECHANISM OF ACTION | Combo Mast Cell Stabilizer / Anti H1 |
| MICROBIOLOGY | Relatively selective H1 -receptor antagonist / inhibits release of inflammatory mediators. |
| CONTRAINDICATIONS & WARNINGS | Hypersensitivity to any component of the product. |
| PEDIATRIC USE | The safety and effectiveness of Zaditor have been established in pediatric patients three years of age and older. |
| PREGNANCY | Category C. No adequate and well-controlled studies of ketotifen in pregnant women |
| NOTE | BAK 0.1% can concentrate in soft lenses. Allow 15 minutes after use for soft lens use |
| Same as Claritin Eye (Schering-Plough), Refresh Eye Itch Relief (Allergan), Visine All Day Itch Relief (McNeil) and Alaway (Bausch & Lomb). | |