Pataday Eye Drop (2.5ml)

Pataday eye drops (Olopatadine)

Olopatadine eye drops is used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (and inflammation [itching, redness and swelling] of the conjunctive of the eye) caused due to pollens, dust, animal fur and other allergens. pataday eye drops may also be used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, hives, and itch associated with skin diseases.

How Pataday Eye Drops works

Olopatadine belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. pataday Eye Drops is an antiallergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.

Common side effects of Pataday Eye Drops

• Eye pain,
• Visual disturbance,
• Weakness,
• Altered taste sensation,
• Dermatitis,
• Eye irritation,
• Conjunctival disorder,
• Swelling of the eyes and cornea,
• Reduced clearness of vision,
• Punctate keratitis,
• Vomiting,

Expert advice for Pataday Eye Drops

Consult your doctor and do not take pataday eye drops if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding.
Consult your doctor before discontinuing olopatadine treatment.

Eye drops:

• Do not use olopatadine eye drops while you are wearing contact lenses. Do not use contact lenses for at least 10-15 mins after using pataday eye drops.
• Avoid wearing contact lenses while you are on olopatadine eye drops treatment or while your eye is inflamed and red.
• Temporary blurred vision or other visual disturbances may affect the ability to drive or use machines. If blurred vision occurs at instillation of olopatadine eye drops, wait until the vision clears before driving or using machinery.
• If with pataday eye drops you are concomitantly using other eye drops or eye ointment medicines, leave at least 5 minutes between each medicine; Eye ointments should be administered last.
• Always follow directions of use given in the package insert while using eye drops.

Oral:

• Olopatadine when taken orally may cause sleepiness. Avoid driving a car or operating machinery when treated with oral olopatadine.
• Do not use oral pataday eye drops if you have renal disorder or hepatic disorder.

FAQs

Pataday eye drops

Q: Is olopatadine over-the-counter?
A: Yes, Olopatadine eye drops may be available over-the-counter. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use.

Q: What is Olopatadine eye drops used for?
A: Olopatadine eye drops is used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (infection and inflammation [itching, redness and swelling] of the conjunctive of the eye) cause due to pollens, dust, animal fur and other allergens.

Q: What are Olopatadine eye drops used for?
A: Olopatadine is used in the treatment of allergic rhinitis, hives, and itch associated with skin diseases.

Q: Is olopatadine an antibiotic?
A: No, olopatadine is not an antibiotic. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Olopatadine is an antiallergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.

Q: How does olopatadine work?
A: Olopatadine belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is an antiallergy medicine that decreases production of the chemical histamine which is responsible for initiating allergic responses.