Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops Uses
Olopatadine belongs to the class of drugs known as ‘antihistamines’. It is mainly used to treat the symptoms of seasonal allergies. It works by blocking histamine (a chemical messenger released by the body’s allergic response) from the mast cells of the eye. It helps to reduce itching, burning, and redness, as well as the watering of the eyes, caused by allergic reactions to pollen (allergy), ragweed (allergy), grass (allergy), animal hair (allergy), or dander (allergy to dander). Since a large number of people around the world suffer from a variety of eye diseases and infections, the need for eye care products has grown.
Directions to Use
- The medical healthcare expert prescribes this Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops to treat Allergic conjunctivitis, medical healthcare expert will measure and examine your medical condition before prescribing.
- The dosage quantity is based on the same measurements and examination of your medical condition.
- Use the Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops at the same time every day, this will help you in getting the best results.
- Complete the prescribed course properly according to the directions of medical healthcare professionals.
- After you’ve washed your hands, lean your head back and press your finger lightly against the skin just under your lower eyelid. Pull your lower eyelid gently away from your eye to create a space, then drop the medicine into that space. Release your eyelid and close your eyes. Dont’t blink. Hold your eyes closed for 1 to 2 minutes to let the medicine absorb into your eye.
- If you don’t think you’ve taken the correct amount drop of the medicine, try taking another one as directed.
Side Effects
Some of the several common effects are related to Olopatadine HCL .2% eye drop, whic usually does not require medical examination or attention. These side effects go away or disappear over time according to the adaptation of the drug by the body. But do not hesitate, to tell your doctor ASAP if any of these side effects bother you for a long time such as –
- Eye pain
- Eye irritation
- Headache
- Blurred vision
- Burning, stinging, redness, dryness of the eye.
- Eyelid swelling
- Eye discomfort
Tell your doctor or medical healthcare expert if you notice any kind of allergic reactions with the use of Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops. Allergic reactions are very rare but can occur, tell your doctor immediately.
- Redness
- Rashes
- Irritation or inflammation around the eyes.
Precautions
- Limit the use of alcohol it can increase the chances of effects.
- This Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops is not recommended for children under the age of 3 years, it can be dangerous.
- Do not use this Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops if you are a breastfeeding mother. Tell your doctor before starting olopatadine if you are planning to be a mother.
- The applicator tip should not be touched to any surfaces (including the eyes), and the container should be kept tightly closed to ensure the medicine is germ-free.
- Your doctor will advise you on the amount of this medicine to take and how often to take it. Do not take more or take it more in quantity or frequently than your doctor recommends.
- Do not use the Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops if its liquid color changes and turns cloudy.
- Keep it in a sealed container in a cool place at room temperature. Keep it out of the reach of children and also from heat, moisture, or direct light. You and your doctor will be the only recipients of Olopatadine HCL .2% Eye Drops.
- Caution tell your doctor before starting the treatment if you have a history of liver and kidney disease.