Stafen Sterile Eye Drops: Each ml contains Ketotifen Fumarate BP equivalent to Ketotifen 0.25 mg.
Preservative: Benzalkonium Chloride.
Ketotifen is a relatively selective, non-competitive histamine antagonist (H1 receptor) and mast cell stabilizer. Ketotifen inhibits the release of mediators from cells involved in hypersensitivity reactions. Decreased chemotaxis and activation of eosinophils have also been demonstrated.
Stafen is indicated for the temporary prevention of itching of the eye due to allergic conjunctivitis.
Stafen is contraindicated in-patients with known hypersensitivity to any component of this product.
Ocular allergic reactions, burning or stinging, conjunctivitis, discharge, dry eyes, eye pain, eyelid disorder, keratitis, lacrimation, disorder, mydriasis, photophobia, rash, headache, rhinitis may be reported.
Use In Pregnancy & Lactation: The use of Flucloxacillin in pregnancy should be reserved for cases. Use of the drug in the second and third trimesters may result in the sensitization of the fetus. During lactation, trace quantities of penicillins can be detected in breast milk.
Stafen should not be used to treat contact lens related irritation. Stafen should not be administered while wearing contact lenses. Lenses may be inserted 10 minutes following administration of Stafen.
Store at 4-25 C temperature. Don't use for longer than one month after first opening. 20002533/03 Keep all the medicine out of the reach of children.