Pataday Ophthalmic Solution

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.

USES OF PATADAY OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION

• Treatment of Allergic conditions

BENEFITS OF PATADAY OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION

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.

SIDE EFFECTS OF PATADAY OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Pataday

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

HOW TO USE PATADAY OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION

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.

HOW PATADAY OPHTHALMIC SOLUTION WORKS

Pataday Ophthalmic Solution is an antiallergic medication. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, and watery eyes.