Olopatadine
Also sold as: Patanol, Pataday
Prescription neededEye and ear medicines
Comes as:Eye drops
Usual adult dose
Itchy allergic eyes: 1 drop in each affected eye twice a day (0.1% drops) or once a day (0.2% drops).
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- headache
- stinging
- bitter taste
- dry eye
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- severe eye pain or swelling
- severe allergic reaction
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Allergy to any ingredient
- Remove soft contact lenses before use and wait 10 minutes
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.