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Zaditor - Ketotifen - Ophthalmic Brand Drug

General Information

  • Below is miscellaneous information regarding Zaditor.
  • Zaditor
  • kee-TOE-tih-fen


Possible Side Effects

  • Headache, runny nose, eye redness or discharge may occur.
  • If these persist or worsen, notify your doctor.
  • Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these unlikely but serious side effects.

Zaditor Storage Instructions

  • Store at room temperature between 39 and 77 degrees F (4 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

  • Tell your doctor of all nonprescription and prescription medication you may use, especially of.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

  • If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
  • If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
  • Do not double the dose to catch up.

Usage Instructions

  • Apply one drop to the eye(s), as directed by your doctor.
  • To apply eye drops, wash hands first.
  • To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
  • Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
  • Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops.
  • Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure.
  • This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye.
  • Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
  • Do not rinse the dropper.
  • Replace cap after use.
  • If you are using another kind of eye drop, wait at least five minutes before applying other medications.
  • Administer eye drops before eye ointments, to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.
  • For best results, this medication must be used routinely as directed.
  • Continue using it for the full time prescribed.
  • Remove contact lenses before applying the eye drops.
  • Wait at least 10 minutes after using this medication before inserting contact lenses.
  • If you wear contact lenses, consult your doctor about the use of contact lenses when the eyes are red or irritated.

Zaditor Miscellaneous Notes

  • Do not share this medication with others.
  • It may harm someone.

Medicinal Applications

  • This medication is used to treat itching of the eyes caused by allergies (allergic conjunctivitis).

Overdose

  • If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
  • This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

Read Before Using Zaditor (precautions)

  • Tell your doctor your medical history, especially of.