Otadin
Otadin Products are primarily used for
Allergic conditions
About Otadin Products
Otadin Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Otadin 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 Otadin 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 Otadin Products
Frequently asked questions about Otadin Products
Frequently asked questions about Olopatadine
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Otadin Tablet 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.
Q. How do we take Otadin Tablet?
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.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Otadin Tablet can be taken in long-term itching conditions. Such type of condition is termed 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.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Otadin Tablet can be used in the condition like 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 a full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
Q. Is Otadin Tablet a steroid?
No, Otadin Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Otadin Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.
Q. Is Otadin Tablet effective?
Otadin Tablet 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 Otadin Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet cause eye irritation?
Usually, Otadin Tablet 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.
Q. Can a child use Otadin Tablet?
Otadin Tablet 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 Otadin Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Otadin Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.
Q. Does Otadin Tablet make you sleepy?
Usually, using Otadin Tablet 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 work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
Q. How long can you use Otadin Tablet?
The Otadin Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Otadin Tablet 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.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Otadin Tablet 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.
Q. How do we take Otadin Tablet?
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.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Otadin Tablet can be taken in long-term itching condition. Such type of condition is termed as 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.
Q. Can Otadin Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Otadin Tablet can be used in the condition like 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.