Olopatadine (topical)
Information about Olopatadine (topical)
Olopatadine (topical) Uses
Olopatadine (topical) is used in the treatment of allergic eye disease, nasal allergy symptoms, allergic conditions, sneezing and runny nose due to allergies and allergic skin conditions.
How Olopatadine (topical) works
Olopatadine (topical) is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Common side effects of Olopatadine (topical)
Eye irritation, Eye pain, Dry eye, Abnormal eye sensation, Eye discomfort
Available Medicine for Olopatadine (topical)
Expert advice for Olopatadine (topical)
- Your doctor has prescribed Olopatadine (topical) to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
- It treats short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Your doctor has prescribed Olopatadine (topical) to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes.
- As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Olopatadine (topical) at least three days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.
- Your doctor has prescribed Olopatadine (topical) to help relieve allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling and rashes.
- As compared to other similar medications, it is much less likely to make you feel sleepy.
- Be cautious while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as it can cause dizziness and sleepiness.
- Do not drink alcohol while taking this medication as it may cause increased sleepiness.
- Stop taking Olopatadine (topical) at least 3 days before taking an allergy test as it can affect the test results.