Olopatadine Nasal Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 12, 2021.
Applies to the following strengths: 665 mcg/inh
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
2 sprays in each nostril twice a day
Use: For the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis
Usual Pediatric Dose for Allergic Rhinitis
6 to 11 years: 1 spray in each nostril twice a day
12 years or older: 2 sprays in each nostril twice a day
Use: For the relief of symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis
Renal Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended.
Liver Dose Adjustments
No adjustment recommended.
Precautions
Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 6 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- Prime prior to initial use by releasing 5 sprays or until a fine mist appears; if not used for more than 7 days, re-prime by releasing 2 sprays
Monitoring:
- Respiratory: Perform a nasal examination prior to initiation and periodically thereafter.
Patient advice:
- Avoid activities requiring mental alertness or motor coordination, including driving or operating machinery following administration of this drug.
- Concurrent use with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants should be avoided.
- Avoid allowing spray to get into the eyes.
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