Treatment of Allergic conditions

In Treatment of Allergic conditions Pataday Ophthalmic Solution provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose sneezing and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash swelling itching and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover Pataday Ophthalmic Solution may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.

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.

Pataday Ophthalmic Solution belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used to treat seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (infection itching redness and swelling of the eye) caused due to pollens dust animal fur and other allergens.Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution in your eyes. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.  It may also lead to burning pain irritation in your eyes but this effect is temporary.

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.

- Alcohol : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR <p> Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 <p> Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 <p> Pataday Ophthalmic Solution may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear. | - Kidney : None <p> No interaction found/established | - Liver : None <p> No interaction found/established

If you miss a dose of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution take 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.

Chemical Class :: Dibenzoxepine Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: OPHTHAL

Treatment of Allergic conditions

Eye pain | Eye irritation | Abnormal eye sensation | Eye discomfort | Sleepiness | Weakness | Dryness in mouth

Q. Is Pataday Ophthalmic Solution a steroid?::: No Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution effective?::: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution too early the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. Can Pataday Ophthalmic Solution cause eye irritation?::: Usually Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution?::: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution have not been established. Therefore the use of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution should be avoided in children of such age group.| Q. Does Pataday Ophthalmic Solution make you sleepy?::: Usually using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution?::: The Pataday Ophthalmic Solution should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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. Is Pataday Ophthalmic Solution effective?::: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution too early the symptoms may return or worsen.| Q. Can Pataday Ophthalmic Solution cause eye irritation?::: Usually Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution?::: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution have not been established. Therefore the use of Pataday Ophthalmic Solution should be avoided in children of such age group.| Q. Does Pataday Ophthalmic Solution make you sleepy?::: Usually using Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution?::: The Pataday Ophthalmic Solution should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution be used in sneezing and running nose?::: Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution?::: 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution be taken for a long-term itching condition?::: Yes Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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 Pataday Ophthalmic Solution be taken in hay fever?::: Yes Pataday Ophthalmic Solution 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.