Indications
Icaft eye drops are used to help prevent the itching that comes with allergic conjunctivitis. The active ingredient works as an H1 receptor antagonist, and the product is supplied as a sterile ophthalmic solution meant for topical use in the eye.
⚠️ Always consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.
Pharmacology
These eye drops are a sterile topical ophthalmic solution containing Alcaftadine. Alcaftadine is a histamine receptor antagonist that also inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells. It is a potent histamine H2 and H4 receptor antagonist with demonstrated anti-inflammatory properties. Through this action, its antihistaminic effect relieves itching associated with the early phase of the ocular allergic response, while its mast cell stabilizing action inhibits the release of mediators such as cytokines and lipid mediators, which play a role in the late phase response of allergic conjunctivitis.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Pregnancy category B. There are however, no adequate and well controlled studies in pregnant women, thus this drug should be used during pregnancy only if clearly needed. It is not known whether this drug is excreted in human milk. Caution should be exercised while administered to a nursing woman.
⚠️ Talk to your doctor before taking any medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding.
Dosage Reference
⚠️ Reference ranges from official sources only. Consult your doctor for personalized dosing.