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Brand : LIVOSTIN

LIVOSTIN EYE DROPS 4ML

Sku : I-009514
Key features
LIVOSTIN Eye Drops 4 ml is an ophthalmic suspension containing levocabastine 0.5 mg/ml. As a second‑generation topical H1‑antihistamine, it selectively antagonizes H1 receptors in ocular tissues to block histamine‑mediated allergic responses such as itching, redness, swelling and tearing. It is used for the symptomatic treatment of seasonal and perennial allergic conjunctivitis, relieving ocular itching and redness and helping to reduce tearing, chemosis and eyelid swelling associated with allergy. Available OTC in a 4 ml eye drop suspension.
- Brand: LIVOSTIN
- Active Ingredient: LEVOCABASTINE 0.5mg/ml
- Strength: 0.5mg/ml
- Dosage Form: Eye drops, suspension
- Pack Size: 4 ml
- Route: Ophthalmic use
- Prescription Status: OTC
- Therapeutic Class: Ophthalmic
- Pharmacological Group: Decongestants & Antiallergics (Eye)
- Drug Class: Topical (ophthalmic) selective H1-antihistamine (second-generation).
- Manufacturer: JANSSEN PHARMACEUTICA N.V.
- Country of Origin: Belgium
- SFDA Registration No.: 2112234620
- Shelf Life: 24 months
- Storage: store below 25°c
- Target Organ: Eye
- Preservative Free: No

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Description

Indications

Approved Uses

Symptomatic treatment of allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal and perennial), including ocular itching and redness (may also reduce tearing/chemosis/eyelid swelling associated with allergy).

Dosage & Administration

Dosing by Condition

Allergic conjunctivitis (seasonal): 1 drop in the affected eye(s) four times per day as directed by physician.

Initial Dose

1 drop in affected eye(s) four times daily

Maintenance Dose

1 drop in affected eye(s) four times daily

Maximum Dose

1 drop in each affected eye, four times daily.

How to Prepare

Shake well before each use; no reconstitution required.

Side Effects

Common Side Effects

Transient mild stinging or burning upon instillation, blurred vision, eye irritation, headache, somnolence

Side Effect Frequency

Common: transient ocular irritation/stinging/burning after instillation; other reported effects include headache and somnolence (less common). Rare/uncommon: hypersensitivity reactions (e.g., rash/urticaria/eyelid edema) and respiratory symptoms (e.g., dyspnea).

Safety & Warnings

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to levocabastine or to any excipients.

Warnings & Precautions

Shake well before use (suspension); avoid contaminating the dropper tip; remove soft contact lenses before instillation and wait at least 15 minutes before reinsertion (benzalkonium chloride may irritate/discolor lenses); if using other eye drops, separate by 10-15 minutes; discontinue and seek advice if hypersensitivity or significant irritation occurs; caution with driving if drowsiness occurs (rare).

Drug Interactions

No clinically significant systemic drug interactions expected; if using other ophthalmic products, separate administrations by at least 10-15 minutes.

Interaction Severity

No clinically significant drug interactions expected with the ophthalmic formulation; theoretical minor additive sedation with CNS depressants is possible but uncommon.

Food Interaction

No clinically relevant food interactions (not applicable for ophthalmic use).

Special Populations

Pregnancy

Consult Doctor

Breastfeeding

Consult Doctor

Storage & Patient Advice

Preparation Instructions

Shake well before each use; no reconstitution required.

Monitoring Requirements

No routine monitoring required

Pharmacology

Mechanism of Action

Potent, selective competitive H1-histamine receptor antagonist in ocular tissues, blocking histamine-mediated allergic responses (itching, redness, swelling/chemosis, tearing).

Product Information

Available Dosage Forms

Eye drops, suspension; nasal spray (not available in this SKU)

Composition per Dose

Each ml: 0.5 mg levocabastine (as hydrochloride); each drop approximately 0.025 mg levocabastine

Generic Availability

Yes

OTC Alternatives

Ketotifen ophthalmic (OTC in many markets) and sodium cromoglicate/cromolyn ophthalmic (availability varies); olopatadine may be OTC in some countries but is prescription-only in others.

Target Organ

Eye

Preservative Free

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