Azelastine Ophthalmic Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 11, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.05%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis
Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice a day.
Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Conjunctivitis
Age: 3 years and older
Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice a day.
Use: For the treatment of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis.
Renal Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Liver Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended
Precautions
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 3 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
No adjustment recommended
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- For ophthalmic use only
- Patients should remove soft contact lens before using eye drops; contact lens should not be reinserted for 10 minutes.
Patient advice:
- Patients should be instructed not to wear a contact lens if eyes are red.
- Patients should be instructed not to touch bottle tip to eyes, hands, or any other surface in order to prevent contamination of the bottle.
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