Uses of Olopate

Olopat medicine is in the form of an eye drop solution, packed in a box of 1 bottle of 5ml. Complying with indications, the dose of Olopat drug will help patients improve treatment effectiveness and avoid unwanted side effects.

Olopat medicine contains the main ingredient is Olopatadine (as Olopatadine Hydrochloride) 1mg/ml. It is indicated for the prevention and treatment of ocular signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.

Olopat is contraindicated in the following cases:
People with hypersensitivity to the ingredients contained in the drug Olopat. Pregnant and lactating women.

Olopat is used by eye drops. Patients should wash their hands thoroughly and dry them. Then open the cap of the Olopat vial and instill 1 drop in each eye, 2-3 times a day.
Note: Olopat dosage above is for reference only. The specific dose of Olopat depends on the condition and the progression of the disease. To get the right dose of Olopat, patients should consult their doctor or healthcare professional.

Olopat may have an interaction reaction if used concurrently with other eye drops. To avoid interactions, before being prescribed Olopat, patients should inform their doctors about all the drugs they are using, including functional foods. The doctor will base on that to prescribe the appropriate Olopat. In case it is necessary to combine with other eye drops, each type should be used at least 5 minutes apart.

Olopat drug has a high level of safety and less unwanted side effects. However, using Olopat in high doses or for a long time, can cause unwanted effects such as:
In the eyes: Blurred, hot or stinging vision, hypersensitivity, many tears, keratitis, inflammation of the cornea. conjunctiva, dry eyes, feeling prickly, eyelid edema, pain and itching. In addition to eyes: Fatigue, backache, pharyngitis, flu syndrome, cold syndrome, conjunctivitis, hypersensitivity, profuse cough, nausea, infection, rhinitis, sinusitis and increased lacrimation. Patients should stop using Olopat as soon as they detect the above side effects or other unusual symptoms. At the same time, quickly notify the treating doctor or immediately go to the nearest medical facility for timely treatment.

Olopat is for eye drops only, not for injection or oral. Children < 3 years old who want to use Olopat should consult a doctor. Patients should remove contact lenses before instilling eye drops. When using, do not let the dropper tip of the Olopat vial touch your eyelids, the area around the eyes or any other surface. Do not use Olopat to treat contact lens-related eye irritation. The Benzalkonium chloride in Olopat may cause eye irritation and discoloration of soft contact lenses (remove contact lenses before use, wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back on). Do not wear contact lenses if the eye is red, causing punctate keratitis and/or toxic corneal ulceration. Discontinue use of Olopat at the appearance of signs of a serious or hypersensitivity reaction. After instillation of Olopat may cause temporary blurred vision or other visual disturbances that will affect the ability to drive or use machines. Absolutely do not use when the drug Olopat has signs of discoloration, mold, watery or expired. Above is all information about Olopat drug, patients need to carefully read the instructions for use, consult a doctor / pharmacist before using. Absolutely do not arbitrarily buy Olopat home treatment because there may be unwanted side effects.