Olotas
Olotas Products are primarily used for
Allergic conditions
About Olotas Products
Olotas Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Olotas are Sleepiness, Taste change, Headache, Dry eye, Pharyngitis, Eye pain, Eye irritation, Abnormal sensation in eyes, Nasal dryness, Fatigue, Nosebleeds, Nasal ulceration, Nasal septal perforation, Change in alertness.
How Olotas Products work
Olopatadine is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
Patient Concerns about Olotas Products
Frequently asked questions about Olotas Products
Frequently asked questions about Olopatadine
Q. Is Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop a steroid?
No, Olotas 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.
Q. Is Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop effective?
Olotas 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 Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop cause eye irritation?
Yes, Olotas 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.
Q. Can a child use Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop?
Olotas 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 Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop have not been established. Therefore, the use of Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop should be avoided in children of such age group.
Q. Does Olotas 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.
Q. How long can you use Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop?
The Olotas 0.1% Eye Drop should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Olotas 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.