Alaway overview
BRAND NAMES:
Leader Eye Itch Relief, Alaway, Allergy Eye Drops, Children's Alaway, Claritin Eye, Equate Eye Itch Relief, Eye Itch Relief, Good Neighbor Pharmacy Eye Itch, Good Sense Itchy Eye Drops, ZyrTEC Itchy Eye Drops, ZyrTEC Itchy Eye Drops, Zaditor, Refresh Eye Itch Relief, Leader Allergy Eye Drops
Generic Names:
Ketotifen Fumarate
Uses:
Treats eye itching and discomfort caused by allergies.
Therapeutic Classes:
Ophthalmologic Agent
Forms:
Drop
How it’s taken:
Into the eye
What is Alaway used for?
What form(s) does Alaway come in?
Drop
What are common Alaway dosages?
Bottle 10ML of 0.025%
Alaway images - What does Alaway look like?
Alaway
10ml of 0.035% bottle
How to take Alaway
Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
To use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away.
Shake the eye drops well just before each use.
Wash your hands before and after using the medicine.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.
Shake the eye drops well just before each use.
Lie down or tilt your head back. With your index finger, pull down the lower lid of your eye to form a pocket.
To use the eye drops: Hold the dropper close to your eye with the other hand. Drop the correct number of drops into the pocket made between your lower lid and eyeball. Gently close your eyes. Place your index finger over the inner corner of your eye for 1 minute. Do not rinse or wipe the dropper or allow it to touch anything, including your eye. Put the cap on the bottle right away.
Wash your hands before and after using the medicine.
Your doctor will tell you how much of this medicine to use and how often. Do not use more medicine or use it more often than your doctor tells you to. This medicine is not for long-term use.
What to do if you miss a dose of Alaway
Keep all medicine out of the reach of children and never share your medicine with anyone.
Do not use extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.
If you miss a dose or forget to use your medicine, use it as soon as you can. If it is almost time for your next dose, wait until then to use the medicine and skip the missed dose.
Alaway contraindications - Who shouldn't take Alaway?
You should not use this medicine if you have had an allergic reaction to ketotifen.
Alaway warnings
Severe eye pain
You should not use leftover medicine to treat other eye conditions or general discomfort from contact lenses.
Do not wear your contact lens(es) if your eye(s) is red. You should not use this medicine to treat irritation of the eyes caused by contact lenses.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, talk to your doctor before using this medicine.
If you wear contact lenses, do not put them in right after using ketotifen. Wait at least 10 minutes before putting the lenses in your eyes.
Alaway interactions & what to avoid when taking Alaway
You should not use leftover medicine to treat other eye conditions or general discomfort from contact lenses.
Talk with your doctor or pharmacist before using any other medicines in the eye.
If you wear contact lenses, do not put them in right after using ketotifen. Wait at least 10 minutes before putting the lenses in your eyes.
Do not wear your contact lens(es) if your eye(s) is red. You should not use this medicine to treat irritation of the eyes caused by contact lenses.
Alaway side effects - How does Alaway make you feel?
Serious Side Effects
Rash
Severe eye irritation, redness, swelling or pus in or around the eye
Change in or loss of vision
Excessive tears in the eyes
Severe eye pain
Less Serious Side Effects
Runny or stuffy nose
Burning or stinging in the eye after using the medicine
Headache
Increased eye sensitivity to sunlight
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