Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat allergic conjunctivitis, a condition that causes red, itchy, and watery eyes due to allergens. It works by blocking the effects of histamine and preventing the release of chemicals that cause allergic reactions, providing quick and lasting relief.

Use Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Typically, it is applied 1-2 times a day, depending on your condition. Wash your hands before using the drops, tilt your head back, and apply one drop into the affected eye(s). Avoid touching the tip of the dropper to prevent contamination. For the best results, use it regularly and at the same time each day.

Some common side effects of Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop include eye pain, eye irritation, eye discomfort, weakness, and dry mouth. These side effects usually go away on their own after a few minutes. If side effects persist or worsen, or if you experience more severe reactions like swelling, severe itching, or rash, contact your doctor immediately. To prevent side effects, avoid using more drops than prescribed and follow the instructions carefully.

While using Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop, avoid driving or using machinery immediately after application if you experience blurred vision. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in. Do not use the drops if you are allergic to the medicine or any of its ingredients. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or using any other medications to avoid potential interactions.

Uses of Olosafe Eye Drop

Treatment of Allergic conjunctivitis

Benefits of Olosafe Eye Drop

In Treatment of Allergic conjunctivitis

Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop is an antihistamine used to treat allergic conjunctivitis, an inflammation of the eye caused by allergens like pollen, dust, or pet dander. It works by blocking histamine receptors, preventing the release of inflammatory chemicals that cause itching, redness, swelling, and discomfort in the eyes. Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop provides quick relief from symptoms and helps prevent future allergic reactions when used regularly.

Side effects of Olosafe Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Olosafe

Eye pain
Eye irritation
Eye discomfort
Sleepiness
Weakness
Dryness in mouth

How to use Olosafe Eye Drop

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.

How Olosafe Eye Drop works

Olosafe 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.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olosafe 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.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Olosafe Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

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Quick tips

You have been prescribed Olosafe 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.
Side effects such as eye pain or irritation, dry eyes, abnormal sensation in the eyes, headache may occur after using Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop. These are usually mild and may not be with everyone.
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.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Dibenzoxepine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

Patient concerns

How much time in healing of allergic conjunctivitis

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Depends on severity. But treatment is always long

Eyes are reddish and little alergitic.

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

It cud be allergic conjunctivitis. . Visit for examination

I'm allergic and asthmatic. The common symptoms are itching, red eye, sneezing with nasal discharge. I might have Allergic rhinitis with allergic conjunctivitis. This happen around season and stays for 10 days. I want to know what is the long term treatment.

Dr. Vijay Verma

ENT

Allergy testing followed by immunotherapy for specific allergen can give you permanent cure u can visit me at my clinic inngurgaon

FAQs

Is Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop a steroid?

No, Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop is not a steroid. It is a medication which is used to treat allergic conditions. Most commonly it is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis/pink eye. Do not take this medication without consulting your doctor.

Is Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop effective?

Olosafe 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. If you stop using Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Can Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop cause eye irritation?

Yes, Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop can cause mild eye irritation, dryness, or discomfort right after use. These side effects are usually temporary and go away on their own. However, if the irritation persists or worsens, it's important to consult your doctor.

Can a child use Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop?

Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop can be used in children above 2 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 2 years of age with Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop have not been established. Therefore, the use of Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop should be avoided in children of such age group.

Does Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop make you sleepy?

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 work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.

How long can you use Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop?

The Olosafe 0.1% Eye Drop should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olosafe 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. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.

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