Lastacaft Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
OTC
General Description
Alcaftadine 0.25%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride.
Pharmacological Class
H1 histamine receptor antagonist.
How Supplied
Soln—5mL, 2×5mL
Manufacturer
Generic Availability
NO
Lastacaft Indications
Indications
Temporary relief of itchy eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair, and dander.
Lastacaft Dosage and Administration
Adults and Children
<2yrs: not established. ≥2yrs: 1 drop in each eye once daily.
Lastacaft Contraindications
Not Applicable
Lastacaft Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Lastacaft Warnings/Precautions
Warnings/Precautions
Contact lenses (remove; may reinsert 10mins after administration, if eye is not red). Pregnancy. Nursing mothers.
Lastacaft Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Lastacaft Interactions
Lastacaft Adverse Reactions
Adverse Reactions
Ocular effects (eg, irritation, burning/stinging, redness, pruritus), nasopharyngitis, headache.
Lastacaft Clinical Trials
See Literature
Lastacaft Note
Not Applicable
Lastacaft Patient Counseling
See Literature