Levocabastine hydrochloride
Levocabastine hydrochloride (Livostin Nasal Spray)
Levocabastine Hydrochloride
( lee-voh-kah- BASS-teen)
Pregnancy Category: C Livostin Eye Drops Livostin Nasal Spray (Rx)

Classification: Ophthalmic antihistamine

Action/Kinetics: A histamine H ₁ receptor antagonist. Duration: 2 hr. A small amount of the drug is absorbed into the systemic circulation.

Uses: Temporary relief of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis.

Contraindications: Use while soft contact lenses are being worn.

Special Concerns: The drug is only for ophthalmic use. Safety and efficacy have not been determined in children less than 12 years of age.

Side Effects: Ophthalmologic: Transient stinging and burning, visual disturbances, eye pain, eye dryness, red eyes, lacrimation, discharge from eyes, eyelid edema. CNS: Headache, fatigue, somnolence. Miscellaneous: Pharyngitis, cough, nausea, rash, erythema, dyspnea.

How Supplied: Ophthalmic Suspension: 0.05%

Dosage
?Ophthalmic Suspension Allergic conjunctivitis.
1 gtt instilled in affected eye(s) q.i.d. for up to 2 weeks.