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.
- Alcohol : None
No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
$med_name is generally considered safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies do not indicate harmful effects. However, there are limited human studies. | - Breast feeding : CAUTION
Alcatay Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from the body. | - Driving : UNSAFE
Alcatay Eye Drop may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear. | - Kidney : None
No interaction found/established | - Liver : None
No interaction found/established
If you miss a dose of Alcatay Eye Drop, use 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.
What is Alcatay Eye Drop? What is it used for?::: Alcatay Eye Drop belongs to the class of medicines known as H1 antihistamines. It is used to prevent and treat symptoms of eye allergies such as itching, redness, irritation, or a burning sensation.| What should I know before using Alcatay Eye Drop?::: Before using Alcatay Eye Drop, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Alcatay Eye Drop or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had, any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby. Do not use this medicine to treat irritation caused by/while wearing contact lenses. This is because Alcatay Eye Drop can cause discoloration of the soft lenses.| How does Alcatay Eye Drop work?::: Alcatay Eye Drop works by blocking the release of a naturally occurring substance in our body known as histamine, which is responsible for producing symptoms of allergies such as itching, watery eyes, redness, and irritation in the eyes.| What other precautions should I take while using Alcatay Eye Drop?::: If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using Alcatay Eye Drop and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or to your eye to avoid contamination.
Alcatay Eye Drop 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.