olopatadine ophthalmic

Action and Spectrum

Actions and Spectrum: 

Actions: 

The actions of olopatadine ophthalmic include: 

• Antihistamine activity: olopatadine blocks the action of histamine, a chemical released during an allergic reaction. By inhibiting histamine, olopatadine helps to reduce or prevent allergic symptoms in the eye, such as itching, redness, and watering. 
• Stabilization of mast cells: Mast cells are immune cells that release histamine and other inflammatory substances during an allergic response. olopatadine helps to stabilize mast cells, preventing them from releasing histamine and other mediators that can cause eye irritation. 
• Anti-inflammatory effects: olopatadine has mild anti-inflammatory properties, which can help to reduce the overall inflammation and swelling associated with allergic conjunctivitis. 

Spectrum: 

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Drug Interaction

Adverse Reaction

Frequency defined 

1-10% 

Headache (7%) 

Burning or stinging (<5%) 

Cold syndrome (<5%) 

Asthenia (<5%) 

Blurred vision (<5%) 

Foreign body sensation (<5%) 

Hyperemia (<5%) 

Keratitis (<5%) 

Lid edema (<5%) 

Dry eye (<5%) 

Hypersensitivity (<5%) 

Nausea (<5%) 

Rhinitis (<5%) 

Sinusitis (<5%) 

Pharyngitis (<5%) 

Pruritus (<5%) 

Taste perversion (<5%) 

Black Box Warning

Black Box Warning: 

None 

Contraindication / Caution

Contraindication/Caution: 

Contraindication 

• Hypersensitivity 
• Contact lens wear 
• Pediatric use 
• Pregnancy 
• Breastfeeding 
• Other medical conditions 
• Drug interactions 

Pregnancy / Lactation

Pregnancy consideration:  

No adequate data studies are performed on pregnant women. 

Breastfeeding warnings:  

Exercise caution while administering the drug to the nursing mother. 

Pregnancy category: 

• Category A: well-controlled and Satisfactory studies show no risk to the fetus in the first or later trimester. 
• Category B: there was no evidence of risk to the fetus in animal studies, and there were not enough studies on pregnant women. 
• Category C: there was evidence of risk of adverse effects in animal reproduction studies, and no adequate evidence in human studies must take care of potential risks in pregnant women.    
• Category D: adequate data with sufficient evidence of human fetal risk from various platforms, but despite the potential risk, and used only in emergency cases for potential benefits.    
• Category X: Drugs listed in this category outweigh the risks over benefits. Hence these categories of drugs need to be avoided by pregnant women. 
• Category N: There is no data available for the drug under this category 

Pharmacology

Pharmacology: 

• olopatadine exerts its pharmacological effects by selectively antagonizing histamine H1 receptors. By binding to these receptors, it blocks the action of histamine. It reduces the symptoms linked with allergic conjunctivitis, such as itching, redness, and watering of the eyes. 
• In addition to its antihistamine activity, olopatadine exhibits mast cell-stabilizing properties. olopatadine helps to stabilize mast cells, preventing the release of histamine and other inflammatory mediators.

Pharmacodynamics 

olopatadine has been shown to stabilize mast cells, which are cells involved in the allergic response. By preventing the release of histamine and other inflammatory substances from mast cells, olopatadine helps to suppress the allergic reaction. 

Pharmacokinetics 

Absorption 

There is limited systemic absorption of olopatadine 

Distribution 

The protein-bound is 55% 

Metabolism 

The metabolites formed are N-desmethyl olopatadine, olopatadine N-oxide 

Elimination and Excretion 

The half-life is 3 hours  

The drug is excreted 60-70% in urine and 17% in urine  

Adminstartion

Administration: 

olopatadine ophthalmic is typically available as an eye drop formulation and should be administered directly into the eye. Here are some general guidelines for the administration of olopatadine eye drops: 

• To maintain proper hygiene, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling the eye drops.
• Tilt your head backward, look up slightly
• Gently pull your lower eyelid downwards to create a small pocket.
• Hold the dropper bottle upside down with the tip pointing toward your eye. Be careful not to touch your eye, eyelashes, or other surfaces with the dropper tip to avoid contamination.
• Squeeze the bottle gently to instill the prescribed number of drops into the pocket formed by the lower eyelid. Follow the instructions given by your HCP or as stated on the product label regarding the specific number of drops to be used.
• Release lower eyelid & close your eye gently. Do not blink or rub your eye immediately after instilling the drops. This allows the medication to spread evenly over the surface of the eye.
• If you use eye drops in both eyes, repeat the process for the other eye.
• After instilling the drops, keeping your eyes closed for a short while, about 1 to 2 minutes, is recommended to allow the medication to be absorbed properly.
• If excess liquid spills onto your face, wipe it away with a clean tissue or cloth.
• Recap the bottle tightly after use to prevent contamination and ensure the integrity of the remaining eye drops.

Patient Information Leaflet

Patient information leaflet 

Generic Name: olopatadine ophthalmic 

Pronounced: OH-loe-PAT-a-deen 

Why do we use olopatadine ophthalmic? 

olopatadine ophthalmic is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis. It is prescribed to provide relief from the symptoms associated with allergic conjunctivitis, including: 

• Itching: olopatadine helps to alleviate the uncomfortable itching sensation in the eyes caused by allergies. 
• Redness: Allergic reactions can lead to redness or a bloodshot appearance of the eyes. olopatadine helps to reduce the redness and restore the average color of the eyes. 
• Watery eyes: olopatadine helps to decrease excessive tearing or watering of the eyes associated with allergic conjunctivitis. 
• Swelling: Allergic reactions can cause swelling of the conjunctiva, leading to a puffy or swollen appearance. olopatadine can help to reduce this swelling and improve the overall comfort of the eyes.