Monograph Details
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Eye Disorders
> Ocular allergy/inflammation
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ALAWAY |
| Manufacturer |
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Bausch & Lomb Pharmaceuticals |
| Legal Classification |
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OTC |
| Pharmacological Class |
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Antihistamine/mast cell stabilizer. |
| Generic Name |
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Ketotifen (as fumarate) 0.025%; oph soln; contains benzalkonium chloride. |
| Indications |
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Temporary relief of ocular itching due to allergic conjunctivitis. |
| Adults and Children |
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<3yrs: not recommended. ≥3yrs: 1 drop in affected eye(s) every 8–12hrs. Max: 2 doses/day. |
| Precautions |
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Contact lenses (remove; may reinsert 10 minutes after administration, if eye is not red). Reevaluate if irritation, eye pain, or visual changes persist beyond 72 hours or worsen. |
| How Supplied |
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Soln—10mL |
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