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Olopatadine

Olopatadine

It is a relatively selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist and inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells. It shares many of the pharmacologic effects of mast cell stabilisers.

Indications

Treatment of the sings and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.


Dosage

One drop in each eye twice a day.


Contra-Indications

Hypersensitivity.


Special Precautions

Remove contact lenses prior to admin. Reinsert soft contact lenses 10min after admin. Pregnancy, Lactation.


Side Effects

Headache, asthenia, cold syndrome, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis, dysgeusia, ocular burning or stinging, dry eye, foreign body sensation, hyperaemia, keratitis, lid oedema, ocular pruritus, blurred vision.


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