Hurotadine Eye Drops 0.7% (Olopatadine Hydrochloride)

Adult eye dose

1 drop per instillation, once a day.

This medication should not be used in patients who have an allergic reaction to the active ingredient or any of the components of this medication. Using this medication may cause blurred vision, dry eyes, minor damage to the cornea, unusual sensations in the eyes, and may also alter taste. Contact lens wear should be avoided when the eyes are red. This medication is a non-sedating antihistamine, which may cause temporary blurred vision after instillation, so patients should wait until their vision clears before driving or operating machinery. Patients receiving long-term steroid therapy should gradually reduce their steroid dosage under medical supervision before using this medication. Patients with seasonal allergies should start using this medication before the allergy season begins and continue through the end of that season. If this medication is ineffective, it is safer not to use it for an extended period. This medication is an eye drop formulation for ocular use only and should not be used as an injection or taken orally. During pregnancy, the risks and benefits for the fetus should be carefully considered, and this medication should be used only when necessary as data on its use are limited. If nursing, this medication may be excreted into breast milk, so careful consideration is needed regarding its effects on the nursing infant. It is advisable not to use this medication in children under 2 years of age, as its safety and efficacy have not been established. Elderly patients do not show significant safety differences compared to younger adults but should be monitored based on their individual conditions. When using, be careful not to let the tip of the container touch the eye directly, and always close the cap after use to maintain cleanliness. It is recommended to use this medication within 8 weeks after opening, and it is a preservative-free multi-dose product. Store this medication out of the reach of children, avoid direct sunlight, and keep it in a cool place. To maintain quality, do not transfer it to another container. Animal studies have shown no risks of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity; however, caution is needed at high doses as it may affect reproductive capacity.

Mild side effects

• Blurred vision
• dry eyes
• epithelial punctate keratitis
• unusual sensations in the eyes
• taste alteration

This medication should be stored in a tightly sealed container that shields it from light, and it is crucial to maintain a storage temperature between 2 degrees and 25 degrees. Storing it this way will help maintain the effectiveness of the medication and prevent deterioration.

Appearance

An eye drop solution that is colorless to slightly yellow in a translucent white plastic container

Package unit

6 milliliters/bottle