Stafen 0.025%
Form: Eye Drop
Strength: 0.025%
Generic Name: Ketotifen Eye prep
Company: Aristopharma Limited
MRP:৳ 100.0 (5ml drop)
Is Antibiotic: No
Indications
Stafen 0.025% is used to treat the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis, including itching, watering, redness, and swelling of the eyes and eyelids. Stafen 0.025% helps in conditions like vernal kerato-conjunctivitis, vernal-keratitis, blepharitis, blepharo-conjunctivitis, and giant papillary conjunctivitis.
Pharmacology
Stafen 0.025% is a strong anti-allergic medication that blocks histamine (H1) receptors. Stafen 0.025% prevents the release of substances like histamine, leukotrienes, and prostaglandins from cells involved in allergic reactions. Stafen 0.025% also helps stabilize mast cells, reduce inflammation, and prevent the activation of eosinophils.
Dosage & Administration
Adults and children 3 years and older: Use 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice a day, with an 8-12 hour gap between doses, not exceeding two times a day.
Children under 3 years: Consult a doctor before use.
Interaction
If used with other eye drops, there should be at least a 5-minute gap between the two medications.
Contraindications
Stafen 0.025% is contraindicated for those who are allergic to Ketotifen or any of its ingredients.
Side Effects
Common side effects include burning, stinging, blurred vision after use, dry eyes, eyelid problems, conjunctivitis, eye pain, sensitivity to light, and mild eye bleeding.
Pregnancy & Lactation
There are no sufficient studies on the use of ketotifen eye drops during pregnancy. However, the levels of the drug in the body are much lower when used as eye drops compared to oral use. Caution should be taken when prescribing Stafen 0.025% to pregnant women. Stafen 0.025% can be used during breastfeeding, as the amounts in breast milk are unlikely to be significant.
Precautions & Warnings
The eye drops contain benzalkonium chloride, which can build up in soft contact lenses. Therefore, lenses should be removed before using the drops and should not be put back for at least 15 minutes.
Overdose Effects
No serious overdose cases have been reported. If a 5 ml bottle is ingested, Stafen 0.025% would amount to 1.25 mg of Ketotifen, which is only 60% of the recommended daily dose for a 3-year-old. No severe symptoms have been observed even with up to 20 mg of Ketotifen orally.
Therapeutic Class
Ophthalmic Non-Steroid drugs
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry place, away from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children. Avoid touching the dropper to any surface to prevent contamination. Do not use after 30 days from first opening.
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