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Compare Bepreve vs. Zaditor

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  • Bepotastine (Bepreve)
    Zaditor (ketotifen)
  • Bepotastine (Bepreve)
    Zaditor (ketotifen)

  • Summary of Bepreve vs. Zaditor

    Summary for Antihistamine
    Prescription only

    Bepotastine (Bepreve) is an allergy eye drop for people over the age of 2. It's an antihistamine medication that helps with itchy eyes from allergies. The typical dosing is to put 1 drop of the medication into the affected eye(s) twice a day. It can sometimes leave an unpleasant taste in the mouth as a side effect, even though you use the medication as an eye drop. You need a prescription from a healthcare professional for both the brand-name and generic version.

    Summary for Antihistamine

    Zaditor (ketotifen) is an antihistamine eye drop that's available over the counter for allergy-related itchy eyes. It works by blocking histamine and stopping your body from releasing chemicals that cause allergy symptoms. Adults and children can use Zaditor (ketotifen). The typical dosage is one drop into the affected eye(s) twice daily. Side effects can include headache, blurry vision, and dry eyes.

  • Indications of Bepreve vs. Zaditor

    Indications for
    •Itchy eyes related to allergies
    Indications for
    •Allergy-related itchy eyes

  • Pros and Cons of Bepreve vs. Zaditor

    Pros and Const for Antihistamine
    Pros
    •Relieves itchy eyes due to allergies
    •Few side effects
    •Works within 15 minutes and lasts for at least 8 hours
    Cons
    •Not available over the counter; needs a prescription from a healthcare professional
    •Can cause a bad taste in the mouth
    •Not for eye itchiness or irritation caused by infections or contact lenses
    Pros and Const for Antihistamine
    Pros
    •Works within 15 minutes to relieve itchy eyes
    •Available over the counter
    •Can use in children age 3 or older
    •Only need to use 1 drop twice a day
    Cons
    •Won't treat an eye infection
    •Shouldn't be used for irritation caused by contact lenses
    •Can only be used for a short period of time
    •Need to take your contact lens out before placing the eye drop

  • Common Side Effects of Bepreve vs. Zaditor

    Common Side Effects for
    •Unpleasant taste in the mouth after using (25%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Headache
    •Runny nose
    •Rash
    •Dry eye

  • Warnings of Bepreve vs. Zaditor

    Common Side Effects for
    •Avoid getting the dropper tip and medication contaminated
    •Must remove contact lenses before using
    Common Side Effects for
    •Not to be used with contact lenses
    •Allergy to ingredients
    •Risk for eye infection

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