Patadine Ophthalmic Solution 0.7% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride) (Single Dose)

Adult eye dose

Instill 1 drop once daily.

This medication should not be used by patients with an allergic reaction to the active ingredient or any excipients. Symptoms such as blurred vision, dry eyes, corneal damage, or altered taste may occur when using this medication. Contact lenses should not be worn if the eyes are red, and driving or operating machinery should be avoided until vision returns to normal after administration, as temporary blurriness may occur. Patients who have been on long-term steroid treatment and are using this medication to reduce steroid dosage should do so under medical supervision, gradually reducing the amount. Patients with seasonal allergies are advised to start using this medication before the period of frequent allergic reactions begins and to continue using it until the allergy season ends. It is preferable not to use this medication for an extended period if it is not effective, and it should only be used as an eye drop and not in any other form. During pregnancy, the risks and benefits for the fetus must be carefully considered, as cases of side effects in fetuses have been observed in animal studies at high doses. Breastfeeding women should decide on the use of this medication considering the potential effects on the baby, as this medication may be excreted in breast milk. The safety and efficacy in children under 2 years old have not been established, and it is advisable not to use it in this age group. There are no special precautions required for use in the elderly. When using the medication, avoid letting the tip of the container touch the eye, use the opened solution only once, and discard any leftover medication. Store the medication in a cool place, protected from direct sunlight, out of the reach of children, and do not transfer it to another container. This medication poses no risk of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity and has a very low likelihood of affecting reproductive ability.

Mild side effects

• Blurred vision
• dry eyes
• epithelial punctate keratitis
• abnormal ocular sensations
• altered taste

This medication is sensitive to light, so it should be stored in a container that blocks light. Additionally, it is best to store it in a cool place between 2 to 25 degrees Celsius. This storage method helps maintain the efficacy and safety of the medication.

Appearance

A colorless or pale yellow transparent solution in a colorless transparent plastic container.

Package unit

0.3 mL/tube × 12 pieces