Lastacaft (Alcaftadine Ophthalmic Solution) Drug Information: Description, User Reviews, Drug Side Effects, Interactions

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LASTACAFT™
(alcaftadine) Ophthalmic Solution

DRUG DESCRIPTION

LASTACAFT™ (alcaftadine ophthalmic solution) is a sterile, topically administered H₁ receptor antagonist containing alcaftadine for ophthalmic use.

Alcaftadine is a white to yellow powder with an empirical formula of C₁₉H₂₁N₃O and a molecular weight of 307.39.

Contains:

Active: alcaftadine 0.25% (2.5 mg/mL) Preservative: benzalkonium chloride 0.005%

Inactives: edetate disodium, monobasic sodium phosphate, purified water, sodium chloride, sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (to adjust pH)

Chemical Name: 6,11-dihydro-11-(1-methyl-4-piperidinylidene)-5#-imidazo[2,1-b] [3] benzazepine-3-carboxaldehyde

Structural Formula:

The drug product has a pH of approximately 7 and an osmolality of approximately 290 mOsm/kg.

What are the precautions when taking alcaftadine ophthalmic solution (Lastacaft)?

Before using alcaftadine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: contact lens use.

After you apply this drug, your vision may be temporarily unclear. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely.

Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

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Last reviewed on RxList: 8/20/2010
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.