Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop
bottle of 5.0 ml Eye Drop.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Olopatadine (0.1% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Asperia Lifesciences |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop is an antihistamine used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis caused by pollens, dust, animal fur, and other allergens. Follow your doctor's instructions precisely for using Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop in your eyes. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. It may also lead to burning, pain, irritation in your eyes but this effect is temporary.
Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, and watery eyes.
Is Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop a steroid?
No, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop is not a steroid. It is a medication used to treat allergic conditions, such as allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye.
Is Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop effective?
Yes, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition, as symptoms may return or worsen.
Can Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop cause eye irritation?
Usually, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop does not cause eye irritation. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation, and eye discomfort.
Can a child use Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop?
Yes, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 3 years of age with Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop has not been established.
Does Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop make you sleepy?
Usually, using Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery if you feel sleepy.
How long can you use Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop?
The duration of treatment with Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months if considered necessary.
Can Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop be used in sneezing and running nose?
Yes, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose.
How do we take Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed.
Can Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop can be taken in long-term itching condition, such as chronic urticaria.
Can Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
- You have been prescribed Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop to relieve red, itchy, and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or to your eye to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
- Side effects such as eye pain or irritation, dry eyes, abnormal sensation in the eyes, headache may occur after using Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop. These are usually mild and may not be with everyone.
Breastfeed
Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
Pregnancy
Ocuhist 0.1% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
