GENERIC NAME: LEVOCABASTINE - OPHTHALMIC (lee-voh-cab-AST-een, off-THAL-mick)

BRAND NAME(S): Livostin

Medication Uses | How To Use | Side Effects | Precautions | Drug Interactions | Overdose | Notes | Missed Dose | Storage

USES: This medication is used to relieve itching, redness, tearing and other symptoms associated with allergic conditions of the eye.

HOW TO USE: Apply this medication to the eye as directed; usually one drop in the affected eye(s) up to four times a day. Apply eye drops to the affected eye(s) as follows: wash hands first. To avoid contamination, be careful not to touch the dropper tip, let it your eye or any other surface. Shake the eye drops well before using. Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Place dropper directly over eye and administer the prescribed number of drops. Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure. This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye. Try not to blink and do not rub the eye. Do not rinse the dropper. Wash hands after use. If you are using another kind of eye drop, wait at least five minutes before applying other medications. Do not use this more often or continue using this for longer than prescribed.

SIDE EFFECTS: This medication may temporarily sting or burn your eyes for a minute or two when first applied. Other side effects reported include eye irritation or redness, increased tearing, headache, cough, nausea, dry mouth, tiredness. If any of these effects continue or become bothersome, inform your doctor. Vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable for a period after applying eye drops. Use caution if driving or performing duties requiring clear vision. Notify your doctor if you develop: a skin rash, eye pain, swelling in or around the eyes, vision problems. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.