About olopatadine hcl
Antihistamine and mast-cell stabilizer
Used for
- Relieves itchy eyes from allergic conjunctivitis.
- Reduces eye redness and watering caused by allergies.
Usual adult dose
For allergic conjunctivitis, instill one drop in the affected eye twice daily, about 6–8 hours apart.
Usual dose in children
For allergic conjunctivitis, children aged 2 years and older: one drop in the affected eye twice daily, about 6–8 hours apart.
Common side effects
- Mild eye irritation or burning
- Dry eyes
- Headache
- Blurred vision briefly after use
Important warnings
- For use in the eyes only; do not swallow or inject.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to the eye or other surfaces.
- Remove contact lenses before use; wait at least 10 minutes before reinserting.
- Seek medical care for severe eye pain, vision changes, or worsening symptoms.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited. Use during pregnancy only when a healthcare professional considers it necessary.
Breastfeeding
It is not known whether eye drops pass into breast milk. Systemic absorption is low; discuss use with a healthcare professional.
Interactions
- No important interactions are known with correctly used eye drops.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.