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What is the difference between Zaditor and leading OTC antihistamine eye drops?

April 26, 2017antihistamine difference Drops eye Leading OTC zaditor

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What is the difference between Zaditor and leading OTC antihistamine eye drops?

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With Zaditor, you can expect fast, effective relief with just one drop that lasts up to 12 hours, whereas the leading OTC eye drops only provide relief for up to 4-6 hours. Some OTC itchy eye products also contain redness relievers (vasoconstrictors) that through repeated use can actually cause your eyes to become even redder after the effect of the vasoconstrictor wears off. This is called the “rebound effect.” Zaditor works differently from these types of products. It stops the itch at the source by also blocking histamines (a chemical made by the body during an allergic reaction) that causes itchy eyes but does not directly constrict blood vessels. With Zaditor, you don’t have to worry about worsening your symptoms as a result of the “rebound effect.