Alcaftadine
Alcaftadine
Alcaftadine (pronounced al-kaf-ta-deen) is a type of antihistamine used primarily in the treatment of allergic conjunctivitis. It is marketed under the brand name Lastacaft by Allergan.
Etymology
The name "Alcaftadine" is derived from the chemical structure of the drug, which is a derivative of the chemical compound alkylamine. The "Alca" part of the name is a reference to the alkyl group in the compound, while the "ftadine" part is a common suffix used in the names of antihistamine drugs.
Usage
Alcaftadine is used to prevent itching of the eyes caused by allergies. It works by blocking the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms. Alcaftadine is a type of drug known as a H1 receptor antagonist, which means it blocks the action of histamine at the H1 receptor.
Related Terms
- Antihistamine: A type of drug that blocks the action of histamine, a substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
- Allergic conjunctivitis: A condition characterized by inflammation of the conjunctiva (the thin layer that covers the white part of the eye) due to an allergic reaction.
- Histamine: A substance in the body that causes allergic symptoms.
- H1 receptor antagonist: A type of drug that blocks the action of histamine at the H1 receptor.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Alcaftadine
- Wikipedia's article - Alcaftadine
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