Paradine 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution (Olopatadine Hydrochloride), Paradine 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution (Olopatadine Hydrochloride) (Single Use)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop once a day.

This medication should not be used by individuals who are allergic to the active ingredient or any of its components. While using this medication, neurological side effects such as headaches or taste disturbances may rarely occur. Dizziness has also been reported occasionally, so caution is needed. Ocular symptoms may include keratitis, eye pain, dryness, swelling, itching, discharge, redness, desquamation of the skin around the eyes, and discomfort in the eyes. Rarely, glare or blurred vision, and eyelid erythema may occur. Nasal dryness or rhinitis symptoms may occur rarely, and dry mouth can also be experienced. Contact dermatitis may rarely occur on the skin. Fatigue may be felt when using this medication. Symptoms similar to a cold or pharyngitis have been reported in about 10% of patients, while weakness, low back pain, flu symptoms, frequent coughing, infections, nausea, and sinusitis may occur in less than 5% of patients. The phosphate component in this medication may rarely cause severe eye damage called corneal calcification, so caution is advised in patients with severe corneal damage. Patients wearing contact lenses must remove their lenses before using this product and can reinsert them at least 15 minutes after application, as the benzalkonium chloride in this medication may discolor the lenses or irritate the eyes. This medication is a non-sedating antihistamine but may temporarily blur vision after use, so caution is advised while driving or operating machinery. Pregnant women should use this medication with caution due to potential risks to the fetus, and nursing women should consult a doctor before using it as it may affect the baby. It can be safely used in children over 3 years of age, and there is no significant difference in safety or efficacy between elderly and young adult populations. This medication is intended for ocular use only and should not be ingested or injected. Cleanliness must be maintained to avoid contact between the container tip and the eye or hands, and products must be stored properly after opening. When using with other ophthalmic solutions, administer them at least 5 minutes apart, and when using with ointments, the ointment should be the last to be applied. Single-use products should be used only once after opening, and the first drop should be discarded to clear any foreign substances from the container interior. In case of overdose, immediate consultation with medical personnel for proper management is recommended.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• taste disturbance
• dizziness
• pinpoint keratitis
• keratitis
• eye pain
• dry eyes
• eyelid swelling
• eye itching
• eye discharge

This medication is available in both multidose and single use forms. The multidose is contained in a sealed container that blocks light and prevents air ingress, and should be stored at a temperature between 4 and 25 degrees Celsius. The single-use form is contained in a sealed container that prevents air ingress and should be stored at a temperature between 2 and 25 degrees Celsius.

Appearance

Multidose: An opalescent, colorless to pale yellow liquid in an opaque white plastic bottle. Single Use: A colorless to pale yellow liquid in a clear colorless plastic container.

Package unit

Multidose - 3 milliliters/bottle, Single Use - 13.5 milliliters/box [0.45mL x 30 vials], Single Use - 6 milliliters/box [0.3mL x 20 vials], Single Use - 3 milliliters/box [0.3mL x 10 vials], Single Use - 9 milliliters/box [0.3mL x 30 vials]