Olon-DS0.2%

Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (infection, itching, redness and swelling of the eye) caused due to pollens, dust, animal fur and other allergens. Follow your doctor's instructions precisely for using Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep in your eyes. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may also lead to burning, pain, irritation in your eyes but this effect is temporary. Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, watery eyes.

Allergic conjunctivitis

Olopatadine is a relatively selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist which inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells and histamine-induced effects on conjunctival epithelial cells. It shares many of the pharmacologic effects of mast cell stabilisers.

Adult Dose: Adults: One drop in each affected eye once a day. Child Dose: Children (above 2 years of age): One drop in each affected eye once a day.

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

If you miss a dose of Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Common: • Eye pain • Eye irritation • Abnormal eye sensation • Eye discomfort

[UNSAFE] Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. You have been prescribed Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep to relieve red, itchy and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops. Side effects such as eye pain or irritation, dry eyes, abnormal sensation in the eyes, headache may occur after using Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep. These are usually mild and may not be with everyone. It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines. Any of the side effects other than mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

It is contraindicated incase of hypersensitivity to Olopatadine or to any component of the preparation.

May result in additive CNS depression w/ CNS depressants.

No interaction found/established

[CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR] Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

[SAFE IF PRESCRIBED] Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.

No interaction found/established No interaction found/established

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