Elestat Side Effects

Generic name: epinastine ophthalmic

Note: This document contains side effect information about epinastine ophthalmic. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Elestat.

Some side effects of Elestat may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to epinastine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking epinastine ophthalmic (the active ingredient contained in Elestat) hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using epinastine ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have a serious side effect such as:

• swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (around your eyelids); or

• severe burning, stinging, or other irritation after using the eye drops.

Less serious side effects of epinastine ophthalmic may include:

• mild burning, itching, or eye irritation;

• watery eyes;

• headache; or

• cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, sore throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to epinastine ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included burning, folliculosis, hyperemia, and pruritus in 1% to 10% of patients. Postmarketing experience has included increased lacrimation.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included cold symptoms and upper respiratory infections in 10% of patients, and headache, rhinitis, sinusitis, and pharyngitis in 1% to 3% of patients; some of which may have been due to the underlying disease.

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