Olopatadine (Eye Pre.) Pharmacology

Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)

About Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Second Generation H1 Antagonist and mast cell stabilizer , Ophthalmic Antihistaminic.
Mechanism of Action of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Pharmacokinets of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Absorption:It is absorbed after topical use.
Excretion:Excreted mainly through urine
Onset of Action for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Duration of Action for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Half Life of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
3 hours
Side Effects of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
1.Headaches
2.Asthenia
3.Blurred vision
4.Burning
5.Stinging
6.Cold syndrome
7.Dry eye
8.Foreign body sensation
9.Hyperemia
10.Keratitis
11.Nausea
12.Pharyngitis
13.Pruritis
14.Rhinitis
15.Sinusitis
16.Sore throat
Contra-indications of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Hypersensitivity to Olopatadine
Special Precautions while taking Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Pregnancy Related Information
Contraindicated
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Below age 3 years: Contraindicated
Indications for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Allergic conjunctivitis
Interactions for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Typical Dosage for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Apply one drop in each affected eye 2 - 3 times daily.
Schedule of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
N/A
Storage Requirements for Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Store at 4 - 25?C.Tightly close the bottle after use. Avoid use of medicament 1 month after opening.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Apply the missed dose as soon as noticed and if it is the time for next dose then skip the missed dose. Continue the regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Effects of Overdose of Olopatadine (Eye Pre.)
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment. The exposed eye should be irrigated with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

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