Lastacaft

— THERAPEUTIC CATEGORIES —
  • Ocular allergy/inflammation

Lastacaft Generic Name & Formulations

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