Lastacaft

Generic name: Alcaftadine Ophthalmic
Drug class: Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants

Usage of Lastacaft

Lastacaft is an antiHistamine that reduces the effects of natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms such as itchy or watery eyes.

Lastacaft ophthalmic solution is used for the relief of itching in the eyes caused by allergies to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander.

Lastacaft should not be used to treat eye irritation caused by contact lenses.

Lastacaft may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Lastacaft side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Lastacaft: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using Lastacaft and call your doctor at once if you have severe burning, stinging, or other irritation after using the eye drops.

Less serious Lastacaft side effects may include:

  • mild burning, stinging, or irritation;
  • eye redness or itching;
  • runny or stuffy nose, sore throat, flu symptoms; or
  • headache.

    • This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

    Before taking Lastacaft

    You should not use Lastacaft if you are allergic to alcaftadine.

    To make sure you can safely use Lastacaft, tell your doctor about any medical conditions that affect your eyes.

    Lastacaft is not expected to harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment. It is not known whether alcaftadine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby. Lastacaft should not be used in a child younger than 2 years old.

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    How to use Lastacaft

    Usual Adult and Pediatric Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis - 1 drop instilled into each eye once a day

    Use: Temporary relief of itchy eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander.

    Warnings

    To make sure you can safely use Lastacaft, tell your doctor about any medical conditions that affect your eyes.

    Lastacaft should not be used to treat eye irritation caused by contact lenses.

  • Do not use Lastacaft while wearing contact lenses. Lastacaft ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 10 minutes after using Lastacaft before putting your contact lenses in.
  • Lastacaft should not be used in a child younger than 2 years old.
  • Do not allow the tip of the dropper to touch any surface, including your eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.
  • Stop using Lastacaft and call your doctor at once if you have severe burning, stinging, or other irritation after using the eye drops.

    • What other drugs will affect Lastacaft

    It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on Lastacaft used in the eyes. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell your doctor about all medicines you use. This includes prescription, over-the-counter, vitamin, and herbal products. Do not start a new medication without telling your doctor.

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