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What is Olopatadine Ophthalmic?
Olopatadine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching or watery eyes.
Olopatadine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Olopatadine ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat eye itching caused by allergies.
Warnings
You should not use olopatadine ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
Olopatadine ophthalmic is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.
Ask a doctor or pharmacist if this medicine is safe to use if you have any type of eye infection.
How should I use Olopatadine Ophthalmic
Use Olopatadine Ophthalmic (Pazeo) exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.
Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in this medicine could permanently stain the lenses. Use the medicine at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.
To apply the eye drops: Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.
Use only the number of drops recommended on the medicine label.
Do not use the eye drops if the liquid looks cloudy or has changed colors.
Wash your hands before using eye medication.
Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
- Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.
Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. use two doses at one time. Do not
Olopatadine Ophthalmic side effects
Get emergency medical help if you have hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. signs of an allergic reaction:
Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:
- eye pain or changes in vision;
- eye itching that gets worse or lasts longer than 72 hours;
- severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine; or
- eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection).
Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
What other drugs will affect Olopatadine Ophthalmic?
Avoid wearing contact lenses while your eyes are red or irritated. This medicine will not treat eye irritation caused by wearing contacts.