Levocabastine Ophthalmic Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Dec 26, 2024.
Applies to levocabastine ophthalmic: ophthalmic suspension.
Precautions
If your symptoms do not improve within 3 days or if your condition becomes worse, check with your doctor.
After application of this medicine to the eye, occasional stinging or burning may occur.
Other side effects
Some side effects of levocabastine ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common side effects
- burning or stinging when medicine is applied
Less common side effects
- dry eyes
- dry mouth
- feeling sleepy
Serious side effects
Along with its needed effects, levocabastine ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur while taking levocabastine ophthalmic:
Less common side effects
Rare side effects
For healthcare professionals
Applies to levocabastine ophthalmic: ophthalmic suspension.
General adverse events
In general, levocabastine is very well tolerated with minimal adverse effects. Most studies have indicated that the percent of adverse reactions with levocabastine occur with similar frequency on placebo. Local mild, transient stinging and burning appear to be the most common adverse effect occurring in approximately 25% of patients. Adverse effects do not appear to be dose-related.[Ref]
Nervous system
Nervous system adverse effects have included headache (5%), dry mouth, fatigue, and somnolence.[Ref]
Ocular
Ocular side effects have included stinging, burning, visual disturbances, eye pain, eye dryness, red eyes, eyelid edema, lacrimation, and eye discharge.[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea.[Ref]
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects have included dyspnea, pharyngitis, and cough.[Ref]
Dermatologic
Dermatologic side effects have included rash and erythema.[Ref]
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References
1. Dechant KL, Goa KL (1991) "Levocabastine. A review of its pharmacological properties and therapeutic potential as a topical antihistamine in allergic rhinitis and conjunctivitis." Drugs, 41, p. 202-24
2. "Product Information. Livostin (levocabastine ophthalmic)." Ciba Vision Ophthalmics
3. Rombaut N, Bhatti JZ, Curran S, Hindmarch I (1991) "Effects of topical administration of levocabastine on psychomotor and cognitive function." Ann Allergy, 67, p. 75-9
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5. Bahmer FA (1995) "Topical levocabastine - an effective alternative to oral antihistamines in seasonal allergic rhinoconjunctivitis." Clin Exp Allergy, 25, p. 220-7
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Levocabastine ophthalmic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
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