Pataday Ophthalmic Solution
Product Info
Prescription required | Yes |
Marketer | Novartis India Ltd |
Active Ingredient | Olopatadine (0.2% w/v) |
Chemical Class | Dibenzoxepine Derivative |
Habit Forming | No |
Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
Action Class | H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation) |
User Rating | 4.7 |
User Reviews | 342 |
FAQ
Pataday Ophthalmic Solution Reviews
Use Pataday Ophthalmic Solution exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Typically, it is applied 1-2 times a day, depending on your condition. Wash your hands before using the drops, tilt your head back, and apply one drop into the affected eye(s). Avoid touching the tip of the dropper to prevent contamination. For the best results, use it regularly and at the same time each day.
Some common side effects of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution include eye pain, eye irritation, eye discomfort, weakness, and dry mouth. These side effects usually go away on their own after a few minutes. If side effects persist or worsen, or if you experience more severe reactions like swelling, severe itching, or rash, contact your doctor immediately. To prevent side effects, avoid using more drops than prescribed and follow the instructions carefully.
While using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution, avoid driving or using machinery immediately after application if you experience blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. Do not use the drops if you are allergic to the medicine or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or using any other medications to avoid potential interactions.
How Pataday Ophthalmic Solution Works
How to Use Pataday Ophthalmic Solution
Benefits of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution
- In Treatment of Allergic conditions: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Pataday Ophthalmic Solution may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
Uses of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
Pataday Ophthalmic Solution Side Effects
Safety Tips
Quick Tips
- Side effects such as eye pain or irritation, dry eyes, abnormal sensation in the eyes, headache may occur after using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution. These are usually mild and may not be with everyone.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- You have been prescribed Pataday Ophthalmic Solution to relieve red, itchy and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
References
- Olopatadine. Camberley, Surrey: Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.; 2002 [revised 5 Oct. 2018] (online) Available from:
- Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO).
- Olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution [Prescribing Information]. 2010.
- Olopatadine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution USP, 0.2% [Prescribing Information]. Lake Forest, IL: Akorn, Inc.; 2017.