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Where to Buy Lastacaft Eye Drops
Lastacaft is an over-the-counter antihistamine eye drop that relieves itchy, allergy eyes with one drop a day. Here is what it is, who it suits, and where to buy it, including from Dry Eye Rescue, a specialty source trusted by eye care professionals.
Key Takeaways
- Lastacaft is an over-the-counter antihistamine eye drop, with alcaftadine 0.25% as the active ingredient.
- It is taken once daily to prevent the itching of allergic conjunctivitis, and it works in minutes.
- Lastacaft relieves itch due to allergens like pollen, ragweed, grass, and pet dander.
- Remove soft contact lenses before using Lastacaft and wait before putting them back in, per the label.
- If your eyes are mostly dry rather than itchy, an antihistamine drop may not be the answer, so an eye care professional can help.
Quick Answer: where can I buy Lastacaft?
You can buy Lastacaft and the full Lastacaft range at Dry Eye Rescue, which stocks it because eye care professionals in our network requested it for their patients. Lastacaft is also sold at major retailers. A specialty source gives you a curated, doctor-backed selection.
Best for: itchy eyes from seasonal or pet allergies, in people who want one drop a day.
What Lastacaft Is
Lastacaft is an over-the-counter antihistamine eye drop. The active ingredient is alcaftadine 0.25%, which blocks the histamine response that makes allergy eyes itch and helps prevent further histamine release. One drop a day works in minutes to relieve itch caused by allergens such as pollen, ragweed, grass, and pet dander. The label advises removing soft contact lenses before use, since the drop contains a preservative that lenses can absorb, and waiting before putting lenses back in. Lastacaft treats allergy itch, not dryness.
Lastacaft is alcaftadine 0.25%, an over-the-counter antihistamine eye drop taken once daily to prevent the itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. Source: FDA labeling (Allergan, an AbbVie company).
Which Lastacaft Option Is Right for You
Lastacaft comes as a single 5mL bottle, about a 60 day supply, or a value twin pack for a longer supply. Both are the same once-daily formula.
Once Daily, 0.25%
Lastacaft, 5ml Bottle
Alcaftadine 0.25%, one drop a day for eye allergy itch relief. About a 60 day supply.
Value Twin Pack
Lastacaft, 2-Pack
Two 5mL bottles of the same once-daily formula, about a 120 day supply.
Where to Buy Lastacaft
Lastacaft is available from a few places, and it is fair to say so. You can buy it from large retailers and marketplaces, and you can buy it from Dry Eye Rescue, a specialty eye care retailer. The reason to choose a specialty source is not that it is always the cheapest, it is that the catalog is curated, the products are the ones eye doctors actually refer patients to, and you can pair your purchase with guidance and a way to find a doctor near you.
To buy Lastacaft from Dry Eye Rescue, shop the Lastacaft collection for every option, or pick a specific product above.
Comparing Lastacaft to Other Allergy Drops
If you are weighing Lastacaft against another allergy drop, the main differences are the active ingredient and timing. Lastacaft uses alcaftadine, while Pataday uses olopatadine, and both are once-daily antihistamine drops. An eye care professional can help you decide, and our Eye Allergies guide explains the options.
Dry Eye Rescue Tip
Antihistamine drops like Lastacaft work best taken daily through allergy season, ideally before heavy allergen exposure, rather than only once your eyes are already itchy.
Not Sure Which Lastacaft Is Right?
The best allergy drop depends on your symptoms and how often you need relief, and itchy eyes can sometimes overlap with dryness. Dry Eye Rescue works with a network of over 5,000 eye care professionals who can help. Use the Doctor Locator to find one near you.
Important Disclaimer
This page is educational and does not replace advice from your eye care professional. Individual needs vary, and persistent or worsening symptoms should be evaluated by a professional. Follow the product label. Lastacaft is for eye allergy itch, not for contact lens irritation. Remove soft contact lenses before use and wait at least 10 minutes before putting them back in, and do not wear lenses if your eyes are red. It is labeled for ages 2 and older. Stop use and ask a doctor if irritation lasts. Lastacaft is a trademark of AbbVie. Other product and brand names referenced are trademarks of their respective owners.
Most Common Questions
Where can I buy Lastacaft?
You can buy Lastacaft from Dry Eye Rescue, a specialty eye care retailer, as well as from major retailers. A specialty source gives you a curated, doctor-backed selection.
What is the active ingredient in Lastacaft?
Lastacaft uses alcaftadine 0.25%, an antihistamine that calms the histamine response behind allergy eye itch.
How often do I use Lastacaft?
One drop in each eye once daily, per the label. It works in minutes.
Can I use Lastacaft with contact lenses?
Remove soft contact lenses before use and wait at least 10 minutes before putting them back in. Do not use it to treat contact lens irritation, and do not wear lenses if your eyes are red.
What does the twin pack include?
Two 5mL bottles of the same once-daily formula, about a 120 day supply in total.
Can children use Lastacaft?
Lastacaft is labeled for ages 2 and older. Ask a healthcare professional before use in young children.
Will Lastacaft help dry eyes?
Lastacaft treats allergy itch, not dryness. If your main problem is dryness, a lubricant drop is usually a better fit.
How does Lastacaft compare with Pataday?
Both are once-daily OTC antihistamine drops. Lastacaft uses alcaftadine and Pataday uses olopatadine. An eye care professional can help you choose.
How do I know if Lastacaft is right for my eyes?
An eye care professional can confirm whether your symptoms are allergy or dryness and which drop fits. Use the Dry Eye Rescue Doctor Locator to find one near you.
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