Alepataldine Eye Drops 0.7% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride), Alepataldine Eye Drops 0.7% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride) (Single Use)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop once a day.

This medication should not be used in patients who are allergic to the active ingredient or components. Using this medication can cause eye symptoms such as blurry vision or dryness, and rarely, other symptoms like taste disturbance have been reported. When the eyes are red, contact lens wear should be avoided, and if using soft contact lenses, they can only be worn at least 5 minutes after instilling this medication. This medication is a non-drowsy antihistamine and may cause temporary blurred vision after use, so one should wait until vision is clear before driving or operating machinery. Patients receiving long-term steroid treatment should gradually reduce the steroid dosage when using this medication, and patients with seasonal allergies are advised to start using it before symptoms begin. If there is no effect, long-term use should be avoided, and this medication is for ophthalmic use only and should not be used as an injectable or oral medication. During pregnancy, the risks and benefits to the fetus should be carefully considered before use, and caution is needed during breastfeeding as this medication may be excreted in breast milk. Safety and effectiveness in children under 2 years old have not been established; therefore, caution should be exercised in their use. No significant safety differences have been reported between elderly and young patients. Care should be taken to avoid contamination of the tip of the bottle with the eye, and for multiple-use products, always close the cap after use to maintain cleanliness. Store out of reach of children and avoid direct sunlight, keeping it in a cool place. This medication should not be transferred to another container, and any leftover liquid from single-use products should be discarded immediately after opening.

Mild side effects

• Blurred vision
• dry eyes
• superficial punctate keratitis
• strange sensations in the eyes
• taste disturbance

This medication is sensitive to light and should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to keep the medication at a cool temperature between 2 and 25 degrees Celsius. Storing it this way will help maintain the medication's effectiveness for a longer period.

Appearance

[Multiple Use] Opaque white plastic bottle containing a colorless to pale yellow liquid eye drop [Single Use] Transparent plastic bottle containing a colorless or pale yellow clear liquid

Package unit

[Multiple Use] 2.5 milliliters/bottle [Single Use] 0.3 milliliters × 12 vials