Ketas eye drops 0.01% for allergic conjunctivitis (ibudilast)

What are Ketas eye drop 0.01% for allergic conjunctivitis (ibudilast)?

Ketas eye drops contain ibudilast, an anti-inflammatory ingredient. Ibudilast provides an antiallergic effect by inhibiting IgE- or IgG-associated type I allergic reaction, providing inhibitory action on leukotriene release from inflammatory cells, and SRS-A antagonistic action. As the result, Ketas eye drops reduce pain, irritation, itching and feeling of a dry eye. Usually, this medicine is prescribed for the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis and hay fever. Studies showed that ibudilast ophthalmic solutions decrease allergic and inflammatory reactions better than cromoglycate and ketotifen.

Active principles: ibudilast

Amount: 10 bottles * 5 ml

Maker: Senju Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd., Osaka, Japan

Indications: allergic conjunctivitis, hay fever

How to use

Use 1-2 drops at any eye, 4 times a day: morning, noon, evening, and before bed. 

Wash your hands carefully before using the medicine. Do not touch the eye surface with the tip of an eye dropper. After using the eye drops, close your eyes and wait for a few seconds without blinking, then wipe off any excesses. 

Contraindications: do not use for children under 15 years old, pregnant and breastfeeding women. Do not use for patients wearing contact lenses. 

Important information

If you need to use other eye drops together with Ketas, wait at least 5 minutes between applying. 

Keep out of direct sunlight and at room temperature (between 30 and 60 degrees). Do not store for more than 1 month after opening the bottle. 

If an allergic reaction occurs, patient needs to stop using the medicine and consult with their doctor. If patient is taking any other medication or treatment, they should consult with their doctor in advance.