Olovak Eye Drop
bottle of 5.0 ml Ophthalmic Solution.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Olopatadine (0.1% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Devak Formulations |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
Out of Stock
Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Olovak Eye Drop is an antihistamine used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis caused by pollens, dust, animal fur, and other allergens. Olovak Eye Drop is an antiallergic medication used to relieve red, itchy, and watery eyes caused by allergic eye diseases. 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.
Olovak Eye Drop is an antiallergic medication that works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, and watery eyes.
Is Olovak Eye Drop a steroid?
No, Olovak Eye Drop is not a steroid. It is a medicine that helps treat allergic conditions. Most commonly, it is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye.
Is Olovak Eye Drop effective?
Olovak Eye Drop can be effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. However, it's important not to stop taking it just because you start feeling better. If you stop using Olovak Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can Olovak Eye Drop cause eye irritation?
Usually, Olovak Eye Drop does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.
Can a child use Olovak Eye Drop?
Olovak 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 Olovak Eye Drop has not been established. Therefore, the use of Olovak Eye Drop should be avoided in children of such age group.
Does Olovak Eye Drop make you sleepy?
Usually, using Olovak Eye Drop does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. It is important to know that if other anti-allergic medications are taken orally along with this medication then they may make you sleepy. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
How long can you use Olovak Eye Drop?
The Olovak Eye Drop should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olovak 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. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.
Can Olovak Eye Drop be used in sneezing and running nose?
Olovak Eye Drop can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
How do we take Olovak Eye Drop?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Can Olovak Eye Drop be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Olovak Eye Drop can be taken in long-term itching conditions like chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Can Olovak Eye Drop be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Olovak Eye Drop can be used in hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
This medicine is for external use only. Take 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 extra liquid.
- You have been prescribed Olovak Eye Drop to relieve red, itchy, and watery eyes caused due to allergic eye diseases.
- Remove soft contact lenses 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.
- Side effects such as eye pain or irritation, dry eyes, abnormal sensation in the eyes, headache may occur after using Olovak Eye Drop.
- It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Eye pain or irritation
- Dry eyes
- Abnormal sensation in the eyes
- Headache
- Short-term blurring of vision when first used
Breastfeed
Olovak 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
Olovak 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.
