FDA Label for Olopatadine
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Olopatadine Product Label
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Active Ingredient
Olopatadine (0.1%)
(equivalent to olopatadine hydrochloride 0.111%)
Purpose
Antihistamine and redness reliever
Use
temporarily relieves itchy and red eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander.
Warnings
For external use only
Do Not Use
- if solution changes color or becomes cloudy
- if you are sensitive to any ingredient in this product
- to treat contact lens related irritation
When Using The Product
- do not touch tip of container to any surface to avoid contamination
- remove contact lenses before use
- wait at least 10 minutes before reinserting contact lenses after use
- do not wear a contact lens if your eye is red
Otc - Stop Use
Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience:
- eye pain
- changes in vision
- increased redness of the eye
- itching worsens or lasts for more than 72 hours
Otc - Keep Out Of Reach Of Children
Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.
Directions
- adults and children 2 years of age and older:
- put 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, every 6 to 8 hours, no more than twice per day
- if using other ophthalmic products while using this product, wait at least 5 minutes between each product
- replace cap after each use
- children under 2 years of age: consult a doctor
Other Information
- only for use in the eye
- store at 4° to 25°C (39° to 77°F).
Inactive Ingredients
benzalkonium chloride 0.01%, dibasic sodium phosphate, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (adjust pH), sodium chloride, and water for injection
Questions?
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Package Label.Principal Display Panel
Principal Display Panel Text for Container Label:
NDC 17478-308-05
Olopatadine HCl Ophthalmic
Solution, USP 0.1%
Antihistamine and Redness Reliever
Eye Allergy Itch & Redness Relief
STERILE 5 mL (0.17 FL OZ)
Principal Display Panel Text for Carton Label:
Original NDC 17478-308-05
Prescription
Strength Akorn logo
Olopatadine
HCl Ophthalmic
Solution, USP
0.1%
Antihistamine and Redness Reliever
Eye Allergy Itch & Redness Relief
Works in Minutes
Relief from Allergens:
• Pet Dander
• Pollen
• Grass
• Ragweed
TWICE DAILY
STERILE
5 mL (0.17 FL OZ)
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