Genacaft0.25%
Eye Drops
General Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
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| Alcohol | No interaction found/established |
| Pregnancy | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Genacaft is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies have shown low or no adverse effects to the developing baby; however, ther... View More |
| Breastfeeding | SAFE IF PRESCRIBED Genacaft is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. |
| Driving | UNSAFE Genacaft may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. |
| Kidney | No interaction found/established |
| Liver | No interaction found/established |
Introduction
Genacaft is an antihistaminic medication. It is used to treat inflammation of eyes (redness and swelling) caused due to various allergies. It helps in s... View More
Uses of Genacaft
- Allergic eye disease
Side effects of Genacaft
- Eye irritation
- Itching
- Stinging in the eyes
- Burning eyes
How to use Genacaft
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the ... View More
How Genacaft works
Genacaft is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messeng... View More
What if you forget to take Genacaft?
If you miss a dose of Genacaft, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your ... View More
- Your doctor has prescribed Genacaft to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
- It treats 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 delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Indication
Prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Adult Dose
Instill one drop in each eye once daily.
Contraindication
Alcaftadine eye drop is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this product.
Mode of Action
Alcaftadine is an H1, H2 & H4 histamine receptor antagonist and inhibitor of the release of histamine from mast cells.
Precaution
The drug should not be instilled while wearing contact lenses. If hypersensitivity reaction occurs after instillation patients should be advised to disc... View More
Side Effect
1-10% Ocular Irritation,Burning,Stinging,Redness,Pruritus,Eye discharge,Eye swelling,Erythema of eyelid,Eyelid edema Nonocular Nasopharyngitis,Hea... View More
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk, caution advised
Interaction
None well documented.
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