Olopatadine Ophthalmic Dosage
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 27, 2023.
Applies to the following strengths: 0.1%; 0.2%; 0.7%
Usual Adult Dose for:
Usual Pediatric Dose for:
Additional dosage information:
Usual Adult Dose for Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
0.1% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye twice per day at an interval of 6 to 8 hours
0.2%/0.7% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye once a day
Use: Treatment of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis
Usual Pediatric Dose for Seasonal Allergic Conjunctivitis
2 years or older:
0.2%/0.7% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye once a day
3 years or older:
0.1% solution: 1 drop in each affected eye twice per day at an interval of 6 to 8 hours
Use: Treatment of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis
Renal Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Liver Dose Adjustments
Data not available
Precautions
0.1% solution: Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 3 years.
0.2%/0.7% solution: Safety and efficacy have not been established in patients younger than 2 years.
Consult WARNINGS section for additional precautions.
Dialysis
Data not available
Other Comments
Administration advice:
- This drug is not for injection or oral ingestion.
Patient advice:
- To prevent contaminating the dropper tip and solution, care should be taken not to touch the eyelids or surrounding areas with the dropper tip of the bottle.
Storage requirements:
- Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use.
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