Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution
About Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution
Allergies can cause a lot of discomfort to the eye. Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution helps in keeping the discomfort in check. Thus, it stops the continuous itching, watering and burning sensation in the eye because of an allergic reaction.
Women who are pregnant, or are trying to conceive should inform their doctor before they take Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution. Lactating mothers should also discuss the same before they use Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution. Inform your health care provider in case you have eye power and use contact lenses.
Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution is meant to be put in the eye only. Do not get it anywhere near your nose or even mouth. If this does happen, wash the area with lots of water and pat dry. If you do use contact lenses, remove them before using Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution. When applying the drug into your eye, make sure your hands are clean and dry. Wash your hands again after applying the drug.
Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution can cause some minor side effects like stuffy nose, headache or a sore throat. These symptoms generally do not last for a long time. If you experience side effects like swelling around the eyes, burning or irritation in the eyes and blurry vision, immediately seek medical attention.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
What are the uses of Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution
Allergic Disorders
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
What are the side effects of Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution ?
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
Key highlights of Pataday 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution
Is It safe with alcohol?
No interaction found
Are there any pregnancy warnings?
Histafree 0.1% w/w eye drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy.
Animal studies have shown adverse effects on the foetus, however, there are limited human studies. The benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk. Please consult your doctor.Are there any breast-feeding warnings?
Histafree 0.1% w/w eye drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.
Does this affect kidney function?
There is no interaction between renal impairment and consuming this drug. So dose alteration is not needed.
Does this affect liver function?
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
What are the dosage instructions?
Are there any missed dose instructions?
If you miss a dose of Olopatadine, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
How does this medication work?
This medication works by binding to the histamine receptor and works as a histamine antagonist. The adverse effects of histamine are managed by blocking the action of endogenous histamine, thereby leading to bronchodilation.
Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Ophthalmologist before using this medicine.
References
Olopatadine-Drug Information Portal [Internet].druginfo.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:
https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/olopatadine
Olopatadiner-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:
https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00768
OLOPATADINE drop,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 18 June 2022].Available from:
https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/search.cfm?labeltype=all&query=OLOPATADINE
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