Winolap Eye Drop
packet of 5.0 ml Ophthalmic Solution.Prescription required
About this product:
| Salt Composition: | Olopatadine (0.1% w/v) |
| Manufacturer: | Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd |
| Storage: | Below 25 degree celcius |
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Have doubts about this medicine?
Have doubts about this medicine?
Winolap Eye Drop is an antihistamine used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis caused by pollens, dust, animal fur, and other allergens. Winolap Eye Drop is an antiallergic medication used to relieve red, itchy, and watery eyes caused by allergic eye diseases. It is essential to follow your doctor's instructions precisely for using the medicine in your eyes.
Winolap 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 Winolap Eye Drop a steroid?
No, Winolap Eye Drop is not a steroid. It is a medication used to treat allergic conditions, commonly used to treat allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye. Always consult your doctor before taking this medication.
Is Winolap Eye Drop effective?
Winolap Eye Drop is effective when used as directed by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. Stopping the medication too early may cause symptoms to return or worsen.
Can Winolap Eye Drop cause eye irritation?
Usually, Winolap Eye Drop does not cause eye irritation. Instead, it helps reduce inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation, or eye discomfort.
Can a child use Winolap Eye Drop?
Winolap 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 Winolap Eye Drop has not been established, so it is recommended to avoid its use in this age group.
Does Winolap Eye Drop make you sleepy?
Using Winolap Eye Drop usually does not cause sleepiness. However, in some cases, it may cause drowsiness. If you are taking other anti-allergic medications orally along with this medication, they may cause sleepiness. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel sleepy. Consult your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
How long can you use Winolap Eye Drop?
The recommended dosage is one drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily. The duration of treatment with Winolap Eye Drop depends on the disease condition, its severity, and the patient's response to treatment. The medicine can be given for up to four months if necessary, but the exact duration is determined by your doctor.
Can Winolap Eye Drop be used in sneezing and running nose?
Yes, Winolap Eye Drop can be used to treat allergic rhinitis, which causes allergic inflammation of the nose, and associated symptoms like sneezing and running nose. It can also be used in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
How do we take Winolap Eye Drop?
Take this medication only as directed by your doctor. The exact dosage and duration are determined by your doctor.
Can Winolap Eye Drop be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Winolap Eye Drop can be used to treat long-term itching conditions like chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication, get your itchy condition diagnosed, and your doctor will suggest the appropriate dose and duration.
Can Winolap Eye Drop be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Winolap Eye Drop can be used to treat hay fever caused by pollen grains (pollinosis). However, consult your doctor before starting this medication, especially if you have hay fever. In cases of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for the full pollen season 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 Winolap Eye Drop to relieve red, itchy, and watery eyes caused by allergic eye diseases.
- Remove your 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.
- It may cause short-term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- Any side effects other than mentioned above if occur, do consult the treating physician.
- Eye pain or irritation
- Dry eyes
- Abnormal sensation in the eyes
- Headache
- Short-term blurring of vision
Breastfeed
Winolap 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
Winolap 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.
