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Zyrtec Itchy Eye Prescribing Information

Package insert / product label
Generic name: ketotifen fumarate
Dosage form: eye drops
Drug class: Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 25, 2024.

Drug Facts

Active ingredient

Ketotifen (0.025%) (equivalent to ketotifen fumarate 0.035%)

Purpose

Antihistamine

Indications and Usage for Zyrtec Itchy Eye

Temporarily relieves itchy eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander.

Warnings

Do not use

  • if solution changes color or becomes cloudy
  • if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product
  • to treat contact lens related irritation

When using this product

  • do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination
  • remove contact lenses before use
  • wait at least 10 minutes before reinserting contact lenses after use
  • replace cap after each use

Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience any of the following:

  • eye pain
  • changes in vision
  • redness of the eye
  • itching worsens or lasts for more than 72 hours

Keep out of reach of children.

If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away. (1-800-222-1222)

Zyrtec Itchy Eye Dosage and Administration

  • Adults and children 3 years of age and older: Put 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, every 8-12 hours, no more than twice per day.
  • Children under 3 years of age: Consult a doctor.

Storage and Handling

  • Only for use in the eye.
  • do not use if outer package is torn or opened
  • Store at 20° - 25°C (68° - 77°F) [See USP Controlled Room Temperature].

Inactive ingredients

benzalkonium chloride 0.01%, glycerol, sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid, and water for injection

Questions or comments?

call 1-800-343-7805

PRINCIPAL DISPLAY PANEL

NDC 50580-732-05

ZYRTEC®
NEW!

ITCHY EYE
DROPS

ketotifen fumarate ophthalmic solution
ANTIHISTAMINE EYE DROPS

ORIGINAL
PRESCRIPTION
STRENGTH

UP TO
12 HOURS
ALLERGY
ITCHY EYE
RELIEF

WORKS IN MINUTES
For Ages 3 Yrs. & Older
30 Day Supply

0.17 FL OZ (5 mL)
STERILE

Principal Display Panel
ZYRTEC ITCHY EYE
ketotifen fumarate solution/ drops
Product Information
Product TypeHUMAN OTC DRUGItem Code (Source)NDC:50580-732
Route of AdministrationOPHTHALMIC
Active Ingredient/Active Moiety
Ingredient NameBasis of StrengthStrength
Ketotifen fumarate (UNII: HBD503WORO) (Ketotifen - UNII:X49220T18G) Ketotifen fumarate0.345 mg in 1 mL
Packaging
#Item CodePackage DescriptionMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
1NDC:50580-732-051 in 1 PACKAGE
15 mL in 1 BOTTLE, PLASTIC
Marketing Information
Marketing CategoryApplication Number or Monograph CitationMarketing Start DateMarketing End Date
ANDAANDA07735407/01/2009
Labeler - McNeil Consumer Healthcare Division of McNeil-PPC, Inc. (878046358)

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