What is olopatadine nasal?

Olopatadine nasal (for the nose) is used to treat seasonal allergy symptoms such as congestion, sneezing, and runny nose.

Olopatadine nasal is for use in adults and children at least 6 years old.

Olopatadine nasal may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Olopatadine nasal side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Olopatadine may cause serious side effects. Stop using olopatadine and call your doctor at once if you have:

• nosebleed;
• painful sores inside your nose;
• fever; or
• pain or burning when you urinate.

Common side effects of olopatadine may include:

• runny or stuffy nose, nosebleeds;
• cough, throat pain or irritation;
• a bitter taste in your mouth;
• drowsiness;
• headache;
• fever;
• rash; or
• painful urination.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Warnings

Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use olopatadine if you are allergic to olopatadine.

Tell your doctor if you have other conditions that affect the inside of your nose.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Not approved for use by anyone younger than 6 years old.

How should I use olopatadine nasal?

Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed.

Before your first use, shake the nasal spray well and prime it with 5 sprays into the air, until a fine mist appears. Spray away from your face. Prime again with 2 sprays whenever the medicine has not been used in longer than 7 days.

Gently blow your nose before using the nasal spray.

Carefully follow all Instructions for Use provided with this medicine.

Call your doctor if your symptoms do not improve, or if they get worse.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat.

Throw away the bottle after 240 sprays have been used, even if there is still medicine left inside. If used daily, one bottle contains enough medicine for 30 days for an adult dose or 60 days for a child’s dose.

Olopatadine dosing information

Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

2 sprays in each nostril twice a day

Use: For the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis:

6 to 11 years: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day

12 years or older: 2 sprays in each nostril twice a day

Use: For the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line.

Overdose symptoms may include feeling agitated or restless and then drowsy.

What should I avoid while taking olopatadine nasal?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how olopatadine will affect you. Your reactions could be impaired.

Drinking alcohol with this medicine can cause side effects.

Avoid getting this medication in your eyes.

What is olopatadine ophthalmic?

Olopatadine is an antihistamine that reduces the natural chemical histamine in the body. Histamine can produce symptoms of itching or watery eyes.

Olopatadine ophthalmic (for the eye) is used to treat eye itching caused by allergies.

Olopatadine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Olopatadine ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

olopatadine ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Stop using olopatadine ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have:

• eye pain or changes in vision;
• eye itching that gets worse or lasts longer than 72 hours;
• severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using this medicine; or
• eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection).

Less serious side effects may be more likely, and you may have none at all.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use olopatadine ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.

Ask a doctor or pharmacist if olopatadine ophthalmic is safe to use if you have any type of eye infection.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Olopatadine ophthalmic is not approved for use by anyone younger than 2 years old.

How should I use olopatadine ophthalmic?

Use exactly as directed on the label, or as prescribed by your doctor.

Do not use while wearing soft contact lenses. A preservative in this medicine could permanently stain the lenses. Use the medicine at least 15 minutes before inserting your contact lenses.

Wash your hands before using eye medication.

To apply the eye drops: Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye and squeeze a drop into this pocket. Close your eyes for 1 or 2 minutes.

• Wait at least 10 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.

Use only the number of drops recommended on the medicine label.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Do not use the eye drops if the liquid looks cloudy or has changed colors.

Store at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Olopatadine ophthalmic dosing information

Usual Adult Dose for Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis:

0.1% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye twice per day at an interval of 6 to 8 hours
0.2%/0.7% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye once a day

Use: Treatment of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis

Usual Pediatric Dose for Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis:

2 years or older:
0.2%/0.7% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye once a day

3 years or older:
0.1% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye twice per day at an interval of 6 to 8 hours

Use: Treatment of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of olopatadine ophthalmic is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What should I avoid while using olopatadine ophthalmic?

Avoid wearing contact lenses while your eyes are red or irritated. olopatadine ophthalmic will not treat eye irritation caused by wearing contacts.