| Zerviate (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
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| Dosing | One drop b.i.d. (approximately 8 hours apart). |
| Chem Specs | cetirizine ophthalmic solution, 0.24% |
| Quantities | 5ml and 7.5ml bottles. Also carton of 30 0.2 mL single-use containers (5 per foil pouch). |
| Cost | $165.26 carton (30 unit DROPERETTE) |
| Class | Antihistamine |
| Action | Inhibits release of mast cell histamine also H1 receptor antagonist. |
| Usage | Indicated for the treatment of ocular itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. |
| Remove contact lenses before administering Zerviate. OK to reinsert 10 minutes after administration. BAK may be absorbed by soft lenses. |
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| Contraindications | None |
| Pediatric use | Age 2 and older. |
| Pregnancy | Non teratogenic in animals at 7400 times the human ophthalmic dose. |
| BAK preserved. |