Patanol Ophthalmic Solution 0.2% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

Adult eye dose

1 drop once a day.

This medication should not be used by patients who are allergic to the active ingredient or any of its components. Neurological symptoms such as headache, taste alteration, and dizziness may occur while using this medication. Various ocular side effects including punctate keratitis, keratitis, eye pain, dryness, itching, and redness may also occur. Dryness of the nose or rhinitis symptoms may rarely appear, and skin reactions such as dry mouth or contact dermatitis have also been reported. Additionally, fatigue may occur, so caution is advised. When using this medication, it should not be applied in situations related to contact lens irritation, and if wearing soft contact lenses, a minimum of 15 minutes should be waited after instillation. Temporary blurriness of vision may occur after instillation, so caution is needed when driving or operating machinery. During pregnancy, it should only be used if necessary with consideration of risks to the fetus, and breastfeeding women should consult a doctor regarding the potential for this medication to be excreted in breast milk. It is safe to use in children older than 3 years, and elderly individuals show similar safety to adults. In case of overdose, one should immediately visit a medical institution for proper observation and treatment. This medication is intended for direct instillation into the eyes and should not be administered by any other means. Care should be taken to avoid contact of the tip of the container with the eye or hand, and the cap should be securely closed when not in use. If other ophthalmic medications are to be used, at least a 5-minute interval should be observed, and if an ointment is used, it is best applied last. This medication contains phosphate, which may rarely cause calcification of the cornea in patients with severe corneal damage, so caution is required.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• taste alteration
• dizziness
• punctate keratitis
• keratitis
• eye pain
• ocular dryness
• eyelid swelling
• eye itching
• eye discharge

This medication may be sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a tightly sealed container that protects from light. Additionally, it is best to store the medication at a cool temperature between 4 to 25 degrees Celsius to maintain its effectiveness and safety.

Appearance

An ophthalmic solution that is colorless to pale yellow, packed in an opaque white plastic container.

Package unit

3 mL/bottle