Description and Brand Names
Drug information provided by: IBM Micromedex
US Brand Name
- Alaway
- Claritin Eye
- Zaditor
- Zyrtec Itchy Eye
Descriptions
Ketotifen ophthalmic (eye) solution is used to temporarily prevent itching of the eye caused by a condition known as allergic conjunctivitis. It works by acting on certain cells, called mast cells, to prevent them from releasing substances that cause the allergic reaction.
This medicine is available both over-the-counter (OTC) and with your doctor's prescription.
This product is available in the following dosage forms:
Portions of this document last updated: Feb. 01, 2019
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