Introduction
Eyecaf is an antihistaminic medication. It is used to treat inflammation of eyes (redness and swelling) caused due to various allergies. It helps in short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.
Follow your doctor's instructions precisely for administering Eyecaf in the eye. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening.
Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use, so not drive until your vision is clear.
Side effects of Eyecaf
Common
- Eye irritation
- Itching
- Stinging in the eyes
- Burning eyes
How to use Eyecaf
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 dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Eyecaf works
Eyecaf is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
What if you forget to take Eyecaf?
If you miss a dose of Eyecaf, 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 regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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 discontinue the use of Alcaftadine and consult with physicians.
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk, caution advised.
Side Effect
1-10%
Ocular
Irritation,Burning,Stinging,Redness,Pruritus,Eye discharge,Eye swelling,Erythema of eyelid,Eyelid edema
Nonocular
Nasopharyngitis,Headache,Influenza,Somnolence
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: B
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk, caution advised
Interaction
None well documented.