Epinastine Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye prep

Indications

Epinastine Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye prep is used for: Allergic conjunctivitis

Adult Dose

Ophthalmic Allergic conjunctivitis Adult: Instill 1 drop in affected eye twice daily.

Child Dose

Ophthalmic Allergic conjunctivitis Child: >2 yrs: Instill 1 drop in affected eye twice daily.

Renal Dose

Administration

Contra Indications

Hypersensitivity.

Precautions

Pregnancy, lactation. Contact lenses should be removed prior to use since the formulation may contain benzalkonium chloride. It may be re-inserted after 10 min. Lactation: Excretion in milk unknown; use with caution

Pregnancy-Lactation

Interactions

Side Effects

Side effects of Epinastine Hydrochloride 0.05% Eye prep : Headache; burning sensation, folliculosis, hyperaemia, pruritus; cough, pharyngitis, rhinitis, sinusitis.

Mode of Action

Epinastine is a selective H1-receptor antagonist. It blocks release of histamine from mast cells.