Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic

Who is Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic for ?

Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic is used for the temporary prevention of itching of the eye due to allergies.

When should I be careful taking Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic ?

Before using Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic:

• Tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic or any other medications.
• Tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications, along with any herbal products, that you are currently taking.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic, call your doctor promptly.
• If you are using another eye drop medication, use the eye medications at least 10 minutes apart.
• Tell your doctor if you wear soft contact lenses. Wait at least 10 minutes after using the eye drops to put in your soft contact lenses.

Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic Side Effects

Although side effects from Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic are not common, they can occur. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:

• Headaches
• Stinging, burning, or discomfort in the eye after instilling the drops
• Dry eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• Rhinitis (inflammation of the nose)
• Conjunctivitis (inflammation of the membranes lining the eye)

If you experience any of the following symptoms, stop using Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic and call your doctor immediately:

• Itching eyes
• Redness or swelling eyes
• Skin rash

How should I take Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic ?

Ketotifen Fumarate Ophthalmic comes as eyedrops, which are usually instilled into the affected eye(s) every 8 to 12 hours.