Unifadine Eye Drops 0.1% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop 2 times a day (at intervals of 6 to 8 hours). Treatment can be continued for up to 4 months if necessary.

This medication should not be used by individuals allergic to the active ingredient or any components. While using this medication, central nervous system symptoms such as headache, altered taste, and dizziness may occur. Additionally, ophthalmic symptoms such as punctate keratitis, eye pain, dry eyes, itching, eye discharge, and redness may occur. Respiratory symptoms like nasal dryness or rhinitis and skin symptoms such as dry mouth or contact dermatitis may rarely occur. After use, excessive sensitivity of the eyes, lethargy, nausea, pharyngitis, and elevated blood pressure may occasionally be reported. This medication contains phosphates, so caution is advised as it may rarely cause corneal calcification in patients with severe corneal damage. After using this medication, temporary blurriness of vision may occur, so wait until vision is clear before driving or operating machinery. If there is no effect after prolonged use, it is advisable to discontinue use, and patients undergoing steroid treatment should adjust the dosage under medical supervision. Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses, and lenses can only be worn at least 15 minutes after instillation. It is also advisable to avoid lens use if the eyes are red. If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a physician before using this medication and carefully consider its potential effects on the fetus or baby. This medication has not been sufficiently verified for safety and efficacy in children under 3 years of age, so avoid use in this age group. This medication is for local use in the eyes only, and should not be used for any other purpose. When using, take care not to let the tip of the container touch the eye, and always close the cap after use to prevent contamination. When using with other eye drops, use at least a 5-minute interval, and it is preferable to apply ointments last. This medication should be stored in a specially designed container that protects from light, at room temperature between 4 and 25 degrees Celsius. Proper storage will maintain the medication's effectiveness and prevent deterioration.

Serious side effects

Hypersensitivity, liver dysfunction, jaundice, elevated blood pressure, difficulty urinating, corneal calcification due to corneal damage.

Mild side effects

• Headache
• altered taste
• dizziness
• punctate keratitis
• keratitis
• eye pain
• dry eyes
• eyelid edema
• eye itching
• eye discharge

This medication should be stored in a specially designed container that protects from light, and at room temperature between 4 to 25 degrees Celsius. This will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent degradation.

Appearance

A colorless to pale yellow liquid in an opaque white plastic container for eye drops.

Package unit

6 milliliters/bottle