Drug guide

Ketotifen

Ketotifen (kee-toe-TYE-fen ) ophthalmic (eye) solution is used to temporarily prevent itching of the eye caused by a condition known as allergic conjunctivitis. It works by acting on certain cells, called mast cells, to prevent them from releasing substances that cause the allergic reaction. Ketotifen is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Ophthalmic Ophthalmic solution (eye drops) (U.S.)

Brand names:
- Ketotifen
- Zaditor