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emedastine difumarate

emedastine difumarate (EMADINE) is a histamine h1 receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
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Drug details — emedastine difumarate
US status
approved
Class
Route
OPHTHALMIC
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Quick answer

emedastine difumarate (EMADINE) is a histamine h1 receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN emedastine difumarate
Brand EMADINE
Mechanism Histamine H1 receptor antagonist
Target Histamine H1 receptor
Route OPHTHALMIC
Formulation SOLUTION/DROPS

Mechanism of action

Histamine H1 receptor antagonist

Primary target: Histamine H1 receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is emedastine difumarate?

emedastine difumarate (EMADINE) is a histamine h1 receptor antagonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for emedastine difumarate?

EMADINE is a marketed brand name for emedastine difumarate. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.

What is the US approval status of emedastine difumarate?

emedastine difumarate has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.