Olofix DS Ophthalmic Solution
Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep
0.2%
Opso Saline Ltd.
| Pack size | 5 ml drop |
|---|---|
| Unite Price | 170.00 BDT |
Indications
Olofix DS Ophthalmic Solution is used for:
Allergic conjunctivitis
Adult Dose
Adults: One drop in each affected eye once a day.
Child Dose
Children (above 2 years of age): One drop in each affected eye once a day.
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
It is contraindicated incase of hypersensitivity to Olopatadine or to any component of the preparation.
Precautions
Not intended for contact lens-related irritation. Pregnancy and lactation. Remove contact lenses prior to eye admin. Reinsert contact lenses 10 min after admin. Do not wear contact lenses if eyes are red. Improper handling may contaminate soln w/ bacteria that may cause ocular infections. Tip of the dispensing container should not be in contact w/ eye, eyelids or surrounding structures. Monitoring Parameters.
Lactation: Unknown if distributed into breast milk; use caution
Pregnancy-Lactation
Interactions
May result in additive CNS depression w/ CNS depressants.
Side Effects
Side effects of Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep :
1-10%
Headache (7%), Asthenia (<5%), Blurred vision (<5%), Burning or stinging (<5%), Cold syndrome (<5%), Dry eye (<5%), Foreign body sensation (<5%), Hyperemia (<5%), Hypersensitivity (<5%), Keratitis (<5%), Lid edema (<5%), Nausea (<5%), Pharyngitis (<5%), Pruritus (<5%), Rhinitis (<5%), Sinusitis (<5%), Taste perversion (<5%)
Mode of Action
Olopatadine is a relatively selective histamine H1-receptor antagonist which inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells and histamine-induced effects on conjunctival epithelial cells. It shares many of the pharmacologic effects of mast cell stabilisers.
Note
Olofix DS 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution generic name is Olopatadine 0.2% Eye prep. Olofix DS 0.2% Ophthalmic Solution is manufactured by Opso Saline Ltd.Olofix DS is availble in all over Bangladesh.
Mes BD drug index information on Olofix DS Ophthalmic Solution is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.