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About Akuday Eye Drop

OLOPATADINE belongs to the ‘antihistamine’ class of drugs, primarily used to treat signs and symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis and nasal allergy. It is used to relieve itching, burning, redness, watering in eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis. OLOPATADINE also treats symptoms of congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal allergies. Allergic conjunctivitis is termed as an inflammation of the conjunctiva caused by an allergic reaction. Conjunctiva is the clear tissue that covers the white part of the eye and the inside of eyelids.

OLOPATADINE contains Olopatadine, which is an antihistamine drug. It inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells. Histamines are chemical messengers that are released due to an allergic response in the body. These chemicals are known to cause allergies like runny nose, sneezing, and itchy eyes.

Uses of Akuday Eye Drop

Allergic conjunctivitis and nasal allergy.

Medicinal Benefits of Akuday Eye Drop

OLOPATADINE contains Olopatadine, an antihistamine drug. It treats signs and symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis and nasal allergy. It is used to relieve itching, burning, redness, watering in eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis. OLOPATADINE also treats symptoms of congestion, sneezing, and runny nose caused by seasonal allergies. OLOPATADINE works by inhibiting histamine release (chemicals that cause allergic symptoms like itchy eyes and runny nose) from mast cells.

Directions for Use

OLOPATADINE is available in the form of a tablet, ophthalmic solution (eye drops), and nasal spray. Tablet: Swallow the tablet as a whole with a glass of water. Do not chew, bite, or break it. Please take it as prescribed by the doctor preferably with a meal. Eye drops: Tilt your head back and pull lower eyelid downwards and outwards. Gently squeeze the dropper and put the eye drops inside the eye/eyes. Blink a few times to spread the medication inside your eye. Nasal drops: Close one nostril by gently pressing on that side of your nose. Now, gently insert the spray bottle tip into the other nostril. Breathe in deeply through that nostril as you squeeze the bottle to release the medicated drops. Repeat the same in other nostrils.

Side Effects of Akuday Eye Drop

• Headache
• Blurred vision
• Burning/stinging/redness/dryness of the eye
• Eyelid swelling
• Eye discomfort
• Nausea
• Dry nose
• Dizziness
• Runny nose
• Changes in taste
• Sleepiness
• Weakness
• Dryness in the mouth
• Hypersensitivity

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Before taking OLOPATADINE, let your doctor know if have a history of eye infection, heart, liver and kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to OLOPATADINE and its components. Avoid touching the dropper with bare hands or taking it closer to the eyelids while administering drops, since it contaminates the dropper tip and solution. If you wear contact lenses, please inform your doctor since OLOPATADINE, and its additives like Benzalkonium chloride may change the lens's colour. OLOPATADINE sometimes may make your eye red after administration; in such cases, please avoid wearing lens until the eye becomes better. Please do not use a nasal spray of OLOPATADINE while using depression medicines since it reduces alertness and may cause central nervous system impairment.

OLOPATADINE is not recommended during breastfeeding unless it is necessary. It is advised to check with your doctor before using OLOPATADINE if you are pregnant, currently breastfeeding, or taking any other prescribed or non-prescribed medicines. Avoid driving, or operating machines since the administration of eye drops of OLOPATADINE cause blurred vision for a while after using. Alcohol consumption may also reduce the effectiveness of OLOPATADINE, hence limit or avoid its intake during the course.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

OLOPATADINE may interact with other anti-histamine drugs (diphenhydramine, cetirizine), depression medicines (escitalopram), and anxiety-relieving drugs (alprazolam).

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Brief your doctor if you have a medical history of eye infection, heart, liver and kidney diseases, and allergic reactions to OLOPATADINE and its components.

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

OLOPATADINE may reduce alertness and also cause dizziness when used, along with alcohol consumption. It is advised to avoid alcohol intake during the course.

PREGNANCY

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting OLOPATADINE.

BREAST FEEDING

OLOPATADINE may pass into the breast milk during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor before starting OLOPATADINE.

DRIVING

OLOPATADINE may cause side effects like the blurry vision, which could affect your ability to drive. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have a clear vision.

LIVER

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing OLOPATADINE.

KIDNEY

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing OLOPATADINE.