Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v)

Dr. Emily Brown

Dr. Ryan Mitchell

SKU

CMS2901

USA Brand Name

Patanol

Strength

0.1%

Generic Name

Olopatadine

Manufacturer

Micro Labs, India

## Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine)

## What Is The Generic Name For Rapidon Eye Drop:

Olopatadine is the generic version for Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v)

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Patanol

## About Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) contains an active ingredient, Olopatadine, an antibiotic which is used for the treatment of Allergic Reactions/Disorders. You can buy it from all the leading pharmacy Stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores but you can be buy it on doctor’s prescription only.

## Dosage Form:

Eye Drops

## Manufacturer:

Micro Labs, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v). It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

## Strength :

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) contains an active ingredient, Olopatadine 0.1 % w/v in a bottle which may be available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Olopatadine is used in:

Allergic Reactions of Eye/Ear

Seasonal allergic rhinitis

Allergic conjunctivitis

Olopatadine in other dosage forms is used in the treatment of Allergic disorders of other body parts.

## How Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine) Works:

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) is consisting of Olopatadine, an antihistaminic drug which basically blocks the action of certain chemical messengers (histamine) that are responsible for inflammation, congestion, itching, and other allergic reactions.

## Before You Use Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Olopatadine

You are not using contact lenses

Your doctor must know about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

You should avoid the alcohol consumption

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

You should avoid use of multiple medicines for eye at the same time.

## When Not To Use Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

You should avoid Olopatadine if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Have increased pressure inside the eyes, redness, pain, swelling, itching or inflammation in eyes

Have gone through any Eye Surgery

Are Pregnant/Conceiving

You should always consult your doctor for best suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Are Allergic to it

Have any Inflammation or any pressure related problem inside the eye.

Are taking other medicines for eye only

Have redness, swelling, itching as a side effect which is getting worse by time

Have gone through any Eye Surgery

Are Pregnant/Breastfeeding

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage :

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) contains an active ingredient, Olopatadine, which is used in the treatment of Eye Infection and should be given on prescription. You should always consult your doctor for the frequency and dosage adjustment as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person. Olopatadine is also available in tablet/ capsule forms which can be given by your doctor for the treatment of bacterial infections in other body parts

Patients are advised to take Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) at a fixed time, preferably in morning and evening time or prescribed by your doctor. It can be used for Ear Infections also.

## How Much Of The Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine) to Be Used:

Patients are always advised to strictly follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Olopatadine. It is better to take one drop in each eye at one time.

## How To Take The Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) should be taken at a fixed time once or twice a day as directed by your doctor. You may take it by holding the dropper near to the eye/ear without touching it. Then, gently squeeze the dropper and put the medicine inside the lower eyelid/ear. Wipe off the extra Liquid with a Clean cloth orTissue.

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine)

You are always advised to use the eye drops as recommended by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large or small amount or for a longer time than recommended but you are always advised to complete the course of treatment.

## Overdose :

Rinse your eyes thoroughly in case of any irritation or severe symptom of inflammation in the eye and contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting an Overdose.

## Missed Dose:

A missed dosage of the eye drop should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dosage you missed if it is the time for the next dosage. Do not take multiple dosages next time to make up the missed dosage.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) (Olopatadine):

Perforation of nasal septum

Bleeding from nose

Blurred vision

Dry eyes

Bitter taste

Headache

Elevated Creatinine phospokinase

Fatigue

Dry mouth

Trouble sleeping

Olopatadine in other dosage forms can cause more severe side effects not listed here.

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines may interact with Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that a well planned medication can be recommended by your doctor. Tell your doctor about the eye drops you are using other then Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v). Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) may interact with following drugs:

Amitriptyline

Disulfiram

Alprazolam

Sodium oxybate

## Warning And Precaution:

Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v) should be used very cautiously in:

Hypersensitivity/Allergy

Blurred Vision

Eye Surgeries

Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women

Eye disorders or inflammation or Surgeries

Always consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment if you observe above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Do not touch Eye Drop tip while using it and finish it within a month once opened

You should not take part in activities that require proper and clear vision until you are perfectly sure that you can perform such activities safely as your vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after administering Rapidon Eye Drop (0.1% w/v)

Clean your hands and eyes before and after using the Eye Drops

Keep out of reach of children

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dosage, time, and strength of the medicine

## Indications :

Do not stop taking the eye drops between the treatment courses on your own or do not take it for longer than recommended by your doctor.

## Storage :

Store it at room temperature away from direct contact of sunlight and heat; in clean and dry place. Do not freeze it. Use within one month after opening it.