- EYE DROPS FOR ALLERGIES AND EYE ITCHING: Help relieve eye allergy symptoms caused by pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair & dander in minutes with these allergy eye drops containing ketotifen. Temporary itchy eye relief lasting up to 12 hours
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From the manufacturer
Key features and benefits
- Lasting relief from itchy eyes due to ragweed, pollen, grass, animal hair and dander
- Original prescription-strength eye-itch relief, in minutes, available over-the-counter, without a prescription
- For adults and children 3 years and older
- From the eye health experts at Bausch + Lomb
About Eye Itch
80% of allergy patients suffer from bothersome eye itch.
Cliniy tested Alaway* starts working in minutes, and gives you up to 12 hours of relief in every , right where you need it.
What Causes Allergies ?
Allergy Symptoms (Experienced Among Allergy Medication Users)
Eye itch is among the most common symptoms experienced by allergy medication users.
Allergens that Can Trigger Eye Itch Include:
- Ragweed
- Pollen
- Grass
- Animal hair
- Dander
How Can Alaway(R) Help ?
Ketotifen (active ingredient in Alaway(R) has 3 anti-allergic effects :
1. Blocks the histamine (H1) receptors
2. Stabilizes the mast cell membrane (to reduce histamine release), and
3. Prevents accumulation of eosinophils (which contribute to allergic inflammation)
Alaway(R) is the original Rx-strength formula available over the counter. With Alaway(R) you don’t have to suffer with itchy eyes waiting for allergy pills to kick in. Instead, you get fast-acting and long-lasting relief in a single dose, right where you need it.
Drug Facts
Warnings
Do not use :
- Ifyou are sensitive to any ingredient in this product
- If solution changes color or becomes cloudy
- To treat contact lens-related irritation
For external use only
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Uses
For the temporary relief of itchy eyes due to ragweed, pollen, grass, animal hair and dander.
When using this product :
– Remove contact lenses before use
– Wait at least 10 minutes before re-inserting contact lenses after use
– Do not touch tip of container to eye or any other surface to avoid contamination
– Replace cap after each use
Stop using and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following :
– Eye pain
– Changes in vision
– Redness of the eyes
– Itching that worsens or lasts for more than 72 hours
DIRECTIONS
Other Information
Inactive ingredients:
- Benzalkonium chloride 0.01%, glycerin
- hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide
- water for injection
Store at 4°C-25°C (39°F-77°F).
Children under 3 years of age: Consult a doctor.
Sources:
2009 Gallup Study of Allergies (N=608 allergy medication users).
Torkildsen GL, Abelson MB, Gomes PJ. Bioequivalence of Two Formulations of Ketotifen Fumarate Opthalmic Solution: A Single-Center, Randomized, Double-Masked Conjunctival Allergen Challenge investigation in Allergic Conjunctivitis. Clin Ther. 2008;30(7):1272-1282.
Grant SM, Goa KL, Fitton A, Sorkin EM. Ketotifen, A review of its pharmacodynamic and pharmacokinetic properties, and therapeutic use in asthma and allergic disorders. Drugs. 1990;40(3):412-48.
*In a 108-patient randomized, double-masked, active and placebo-controlled study (P=0.001 for onset of action and < 0.001 for duration of activity).
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