Optadin 0.1% (Ophthalmic Solution)
5 ml drop: ৳ 100.00
Medicine Details
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic | Olopatadine hydrochloride |
| Company | Asiatic laboratories ltd |
| Also available as |
Product Title
- Patadin Eye Drops
- Optadin Nasal Spray
- Optadin Tablet
Categories
- Eye care
- Nasal allergy relief
- Antihistamine medication
Description
- Indicated for the treatment of signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis
- Relief of the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis
- Treatment of allergic rhinitis and allergic skin conditions
Dimensions
- Multiple available concentrations (0.1%, 0.2%, 0.7%) for eye drops
- Available in 5 mg tablet form
Color Options
- Eye drops may have different colored packaging for different concentrations
Functions
- Relieves itchy, watery, red, and swollen eyes
- Relieves nasal symptoms of allergies such as sneezing and runny nose
- Relieves allergy symptoms such as skin rashes, swelling, hives, itching, sneezing, and stuffy nose
Materials
- Olopatadine hydrochloride
Technical Specifications
- Olopatadine is an antihistamine that blocks the action of histamine in the body
- Nasal spray administered intranasally
- Tablets contain 5 mg of the active ingredient
Design Elements
- Eye drop packaging designed for easy application
Usability Features
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Clear instructions for cleaning the nasal spray
- Cautionary advice for contact lens wearers
Pharmacology
- Olopatadine stabilizes mast cells and inhibits the release of histamine
- Acts as an antagonist at histamine H1 receptors
- Moderate protein binding in human serum
Contraindications
- Contraindicated in persons with known hypersensitivity to any component of the product
- Not recommended for use if allergic to Olopatadine 5 mg tablet
Dosage
- Varied dosages for different concentrations of eye drops
- Different dosages for adults and children
- Instructions for missed dose
Administration
- Step-by-step guide for using the nasal spray
- Instructions for cleaning the nasal spray
Interactions
- No formal drug-drug interaction studies conducted for Optadin Nasal Spray
Side Effects
- Reported side effects include headaches, asthenia, blurred vision, burning or stinging, dry eye, and more
Pregnancy & Lactation
- Not found to be teratogenic in rats and rabbits
- Caution advised for use in pregnant and nursing women
Precautions & Warnings
- Caution for contact lens wearers
- Instructions for initial use and re-priming of Nasal Spray after 7 days
- Advice to use the tablet as prescribed by a doctor
Use in Special Populations
- No overall differences in safety or effectiveness observed for geriatric use
Overdose Effects
- No specific information on Optadin overdose
Therapeutic Class
- Ophthalmic Non-Steroid drugs
Storage Conditions
- Store at room temperature and protect from light
- Use within one month after opening
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