| Why
is Zytofen prescribed?
Zytofen combats the release of chemicals that trigger allergic reactions.
Available in eyedrop form, it works within minutes to relieve the
itchy eyes brought on by allergies.
How
should Zytofen be used?
To prevent contamination, do not touch
the eyelids, eye, or surrounding areas with the dropper tip of the
bottle. --If you miss a dose...
Apply
it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose,
skip the one you missed and go back to your regular schedule. Never
apply more than 1 drop at a time.
--Storage
information...
Keep
the bottle tightly closed when it is not in use. Store between 39
and 77 degrees Fahrenheit.
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Prescribing Information
| Zytofen's
Price List |
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| Zaditor (brand) Zaditen Eye Drops--OUT OF STOCK--
Generic name : Ketotifen
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| Strength : 0.025% solution
Manufacturer : Novartis
Quantity : 5 ml bottle x 1 |
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Ketifen Syrup
Generic name : Ketotifen Fumarate
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| Strength : 1 mg /5 ml
Manufacturer : various
Quantity : 60 ml bottle x 3 |
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Ketotifen (generic)
Generic name : Ketotifen fumarate
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| Strength : 1mg tablet
Manufacturer : various
Quantity : 100 tablets |
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What special precautions should I follow?
In
deciding to use Ketotifen, the risks of taking Ketotifen must be
weighed against the good it will do. This is a decision you and
your doctor will make. For ketotifen, the following should be considered:
Allergies—Tell
your doctor if you have ever had any unusual or allergic reaction
to ketotifen. Also tell your health care professional if you are
allergic to any other substances, such as preservatives.
Pregnancy—Ketotifen
has not been studied in pregnant women. However, studies in animals
have shown that ketotifen, when given in very high doses to some
types of animals, causes birth defects. Before using this medicine,
make sure your doctor knows if you are pregnant or if you may become
pregnant.
Breast-feeding—It
is not known whether ketotifen passes into human breast milk. However,
it does pass into the milk of animals with nursing young. Mothers
who are taking this medicine and who wish to breast-feed should
discuss this with their doctor.
Children—
Studies on Ketotifen have been done only in adult patients, and
there is no specific information comparing use of ketotifen in children
younger than 3 years of age with use in other age groups.
Older
adults—Many medicines have not been studied specifically in
older people. Therefore, it may not be known whether they work exactly
the same way they do in younger adults or if they cause different
side effects or problems in older people. There is no specific information
comparing use of ophthalmic ketotifen in the elderly with use in
other age groups.
Other
medicines—Although certain medicines should not be used together
at all, in other cases two different medicines may be used together
even if an interaction might occur. In these cases, your doctor
may want to change the dose, or other precautions may be necessary.
Tell your health care professional if you are taking or using any
other prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicine.
What should I do if I forget a dose?
Take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it
is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue
your regular dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose to make
up for a missed one.
What
side effects can Zytofen cause?
Side Effects of Ketotifen
Along with its needed effects, Ketotifen may cause some unwanted
effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they
do occur they may need medical attention.
Check
with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side
effects occur:
More
common
Eye redness and swelling
Less common
Eye discharge; eye discomfort; eye pain; hives; increased itching
of eyes; rash.
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts
to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following
side effects continue or are bothersome:
More
common
Headaches; stuffy or runny nose
Less common
Burning or stinging of eyes; dry eyes ; eyelid disorder; eye sensitivity
to light; fever, tiredness, achiness, and sore throat ; increase
in size of pupils; sore throat; tearing.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients.
If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
What storage conditions are needed for Zytofen?
To store Ketotifen:
Keep
out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Keep Ketotifen
from freezing.
Do not keep outdated medicine or medicine no longer needed. Ask
your health care professional how you should dispose of any Ketotifen
you do not use. Be sure that any discarded Ketotifen
is out of the reach of children.
What
other information should I know?
The possibility that Zytofen could harm a developing baby
has not been ruled out. Inform your doctor immediately if you are
pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment with the drug.
Researchers
do not know whether Zytofen can make its way into breast milk, but
caution is advised if you're nursing.
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