• Alcaft Eye Drop is an antihistaminic medication
• It is used to treat inflammation of eyes (redness and swelling) caused due to various allergies
• It helps in short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye
• Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering Alcaft Eye Drop in the eye
• It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor
• Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better
• Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening.
• Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration
• Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens
• It may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use, so not drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of Alcaft Eye Drop

• Allergic eye disease Nasal allergy symptoms Allergic conditions Sneezing and runny nose due to allergies Allergic skin conditions

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Alcaft Eye Drop, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

What is Alcaft Eye Drop? What is it used for?

Alcaft Eye Drop belongs to the class of medicines known as H1 antihistamines. It is used to prevent and treat symptoms of eye allergies such as itching, redness, irritation or burning sensation.

What should I know before using Alcaft Eye Drop?

Before using Alcaft Eye Drop, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Alcaft Eye Drop or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby. Do not Use this Alcaft Eye Drop to treat irritation caused by wearing contact lenses or while wearing contact lenses. This is because Alcaft Eye Drop can cause discoloration of the soft lenses.

How does Alcaft Eye Drop work?

Alcaft Eye Drop works by blocking the release of a naturally occuring substance in our body known as histamine, that is responsible for producing symptoms of allergies such as itching, watery eyes, redness and irritation in the eyes.

How to use Alcaft Eye Drop?

Remember to wash your hands before and after application of Alcaft Eye Drop. Do not touch the eye with the dropper or the tip of the ointment tube. Try to use it at about the same time each day. Use the prescribed number of drops or the right amount of ointment. Do not use more medicine than directed and do not use more often than directed. Do not stop using Alcaft Eye Drop unless directed by your doctor and try not to miss any doses.

What other precautions should I take while using Alcaft Eye Drop?

If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using Alcaft Eye Drop and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Do not touch the tip to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contamination.

Common and Known Side effects of Alcaft Eye Drop

• Eye irritation
• Itching
• Stinging in the eyes
• Burning eyes