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LASTACAFT 2.5 mg/mL

alcaftadine · SOLUTION/ DROPS · Allergan, Inc.

No Recall History
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LASTACAFT is a solution/ drops containing alcaftadine at 2.5 mg/mL, taken ophthalmic. Manufactured by Allergan, Inc..

Key Facts

Brand Name
LASTACAFT
Generic Name
alcaftadine
NDC Code (Product)
0023-4291
Manufacturer
Allergan, Inc.
Strength
2.5 mg/mL
Dosage Form
SOLUTION/ DROPS
Route
OPHTHALMIC
Marketing Status
Application #
NDA022134
Drug Class
Histamine-1 Receptor Antagonist [EPC]
Marketing Start
12/01/2021

Recall History

No Recall History

Side Effects Reported to FDA

FDA FAERS database · These are reported events, not confirmed side effects

ocular hyperaemia295 reports
eye irritation168 reports
eye pruritus102 reports
eye pain101 reports
eye swelling81 reports
drug ineffective65 reports
hypersensitivity63 reports
lacrimation increased56 reports
eye discharge45 reports
eyelid oedema42 reports

Full Prescribing Information

Source: FDA Drug Label (SPL)For healthcare professionals

Indications & Usage

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE LASTACAFT ® is an H 1 histamine receptor antagonist indicated for the prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. LASTACAFT ® is an H 1 histamine receptor antagonist indicated for the prevention of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. ( 1 )

Dosage & Administration

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION Instill one drop in each eye once daily. If more than 1 topical ophthalmic medicinal product is being used, each one should be administered at least 5 minutes apart. Instill one drop in each eye once daily. ( 2 )

Contraindications

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS LASTACAFT ® is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity to any component in the product. Hypersensitivity ( 4 )

Adverse Reactions

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS The most common ocular adverse reactions, occurring in less than 4% of eyes treated with LASTACAFT ® , were eye irritation, burning and/or stinging on instillation, eye redness, and eye pruritus. ( 6.1 ) To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Allergan at 1-800-678-1605 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch. 6.1 Clinical Trials Experience Because clinical trials are conducted under widely varying conditions, adverse reaction rates observed in the clinical trials of a drug cannot be directly compared to rates in the clinical trials of another drug and may not reflect the rates observed in clinical practice. The most frequent ocular adverse reactions, occurring in less than 4% of eyes treated with LASTACAFT ® , were eye irritation, burning and/or stinging upon instillation, eye redness and eye pruritus. The most frequent non-ocular adverse reactions, occurring in less than 3% of subjects with eyes treated with LASTACAFT ® , were nasopharyngitis and headache. Some of these events were similar to the underlying disease being studied. 6. 2 Postmarketing Experience The following adverse reactions have been identified during post-approval use of LASTA

Frequently Asked Questions

What is LASTACAFT used for?

LASTACAFT contains alcaftadine. It is a solution/ drops taken ophthalmic. Consult your doctor for specific uses.

Is LASTACAFT a controlled substance?

LASTACAFT is not classified as a controlled substance by the DEA.

What is the generic name for LASTACAFT?

The generic name for LASTACAFT is alcaftadine. There are 3 other brand versions of alcaftadine.

What is the NDC code for LASTACAFT 2.5 mg/mL?

The NDC (National Drug Code) for LASTACAFT 2.5 mg/mL is 0023-4291, listed by Allergan, Inc..

Product NDC

0023-4291

Package NDC

0023-4291-01

Other LASTACAFT Dosages

Not medical advice. Always consult your doctor or pharmacist before making any medication decisions.

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