Olopatadine Ophthalmic Solution 0.1%

Ophthalmic Histamine H1 Antagonist; Second Generation; Piperidine Derivative

CSA NA – FDA Approved – REMS (N) – Can Ship

Olopatadine (Ophthalmic), Pataday/Patanol/Pazeo inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells via selective antagonism on the H1 receptor thereby preventing histamine’s effects on conjunctival epithelium.

Olopatadine (Ophthalmic), Pataday/Patanol/Pazeo is indicated for the relief of symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.

Before starting Olopatadine (Ophthalmic), Pataday/Patanol/Pazeo make sure your physician is aware of any allergies or medications you currently take, if you are pregnant, or breastfeeding.

Instill one drop into affected eye(s) once or twice daily depending on the formulation used.

How to Take Olopatadine (Ophthalmic), Pataday/Patanol/Pazeo: Follow instructions provided by physician/pharmacy label, use consistently at same times each day unless otherwise directed, store at room temperature.  Apply light pressure to lacrimal sac (inside corner of eye near nose) for 60 seconds after application to prevent drainage of the drop from eye.                                                                           

You Need to Avoid: Remove contact lenses before applying and wait at least 15 minutes after administration before reinserting.  Do not insert contact lenses if eyes are red.

Rates of side effects of this medication are exceptionally low, but possibilities include headache, altered taste, nausea, cold symptoms, eye irritation, and dry eye.  Note this is not a complete list of side effects. 

1. What do I do if I am prescribed multiple eyedrops at the same time?
   If they are to be administered at the same time, wait at least 10 minutes between each kind of drop to allow time for medication to absorb into eye.  Applying two different drops too close to each other will cause dilution of each resulting in a reduced effect of both.