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Aladay (Eye Drops)

Manufactured by: Eskayef Bangladesh Ltd.

Olopatadine 0.1% Eye prep Similar medicine

Aladay is indicated for

  • Allergic conjunctivitis

Precautions and warnings

To avoid contaminating the dropper and the solution, make sure the dropper tip does not touch your eyelids or any area around your eyes. Patients should be told not to wear contact lenses if their eyes are red. Also, Lopadine should not be used to treat irritation caused by contact lenses.

Side-effects

  • Ocular: blurred vision
  • burning or stinging
  • conjunctivitis
  • dry eye
  • foreign body sensation
  • hyperemia
  • hypersensitivity
  • keratitis
  • lid edema
  • pain
  • ocular pruritus. Non-ocular: asthenia
  • back pain
  • flu syndrome
  • headache
  • increased cough
  • infection
  • nausea
  • rhinitis
  • sinusitis
  • taste perversion.

Drug Interactions

It may cause increased drowsiness or sedation if taken with other medications that also depress the central nervous system (CNS).

Contraindications

Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to Olopatadine or any of its ingredients.

Mode of actions

Olopatadine is a type of medicine that blocks histamine H1 receptors. It helps stop histamine from being released by mast cells and also prevents histamine from affecting the cells on the surface of the eye. Its effects are similar to other medicines called mast cell stabilisers.

Dosage & Administration

Adults and children (above 3 years of age). One drop in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) twice daily.

Pregnancy & Lactation

Although animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in pregnant women, but during pregnancy, this medicine can be used just when definitely required despite potential risks.

Mothers with a newborn baby who have used this drug during the last 3 months of pregnancy may seldom create symptoms including drowsiness, muscle stiffness or shakiness, feeding or breathing troubles, constant crying. If you notice any of these symptoms of your baby's particularly during their first month, tell the doctor immediately.

This medicine passes into breast milk. Talk to your doctor before breastfeeding.

Pack Size & Price

5ml Price : ৳100

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