Zadit 0.025% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic |
| Company | Popular pharmaceuticals ltd |
Indications
- Treatment of signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis
- Treatment of vernal kerato-conjunctivitis
- Treatment of blepharitis
- Treatment of giant papillary conjunctivitis
Pharmacology
- Potent anti-allergic substance
- Non-competitive histamine (H1) receptor blocking property
- Inhibition of release of mediators
Dosage & Administration
- 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily
- Every 8-12 hours
- Not more than twice per day for adults and children 3 years and older
Interaction
- Interval of at least 5 minutes required when used concomitantly with other eye medications
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to Ketotifen or any of the components
Side Effects
- Burning
- Stinging
- Punctate corneal epithelial erosion
- Blurring of vision
- Dry eyes
- Eyelid disorder
- Conjunctivitis
- Eye pain
- Photophobia
- Subconjunctival haemorrhage
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Caution during pregnancy
- Unlikely to produce detectable quantities in breast milk
Precautions & Warnings
- Presence of benzalkonium chloride as a preservative
- Avoid instillation while wearing contact lenses
- Lenses should be removed before application of the drops
Overdose Effects
- No reported overdose cases
- Clinical results showed no serious signs or symptoms
- Do not use after 30 days of first opening
Therapeutic Class
- Ophthalmic Non-Steroid drugs
Storage Conditions
- Cool and dry place
- Protected from light and moisture
- Keep out of reach of children