Pataday Ophthalmic Solution
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Manufacturer Alcon Laboratories
Salt Composition Olopatadine (0.2% w/v)
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MRP ₹ 479.00
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1 Bottle of 2.5 ml solution
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Description:
Pataday Ophthalmic Solution belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (infection, itching, redness, and swelling of the eye) caused due to pollens, dust, animal fur, and other allergens
Uses / Indications:
Allergic eye disease
Interactions / Warnings:
No interaction found/established
- Pregnancy interaction:
- Pataday Ophthalmic Solution may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
- Expert advice:
- You have been prescribed Pataday Ophthalmic Solution to relieve red, itchy and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases. 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. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops. 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. Any of the side effects other than mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician. Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Side Effects:
- Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them Common side effects of Pataday Eye pain Eye irritation Abnormal eye sensation Eye discomfort
- How to use:
- This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
- How it works:
- Pataday Ophthalmic Solution is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, watery eyes.
- Faq for medicine:
- Q. Is Pataday Ophthalmic Solution a steroid? No, Pataday Ophthalmic Solution is not a steroid. It is a medication which is used to treat allergic conditions. Most commonly it is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye. Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor. Q. Is Pataday Ophthalmic Solution effective? Pataday Ophthalmic Solution is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution too early, the symptoms may return or worsen. Q. Can Pataday Ophthalmic Solution cause eye irritation? Usually, Pataday Ophthalmic Solution does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.
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