Olopatadine

Medically Reviewed by Dr. Harshi Dhingra, M.D.

Last Reviewed: Oct 20, 2022

Drug Details


Common Brands:

Pataday (non-prescription), Pazeo (prescription)

Availability:

Prescription and over the counter

Therapeutic Class:

Mast cell stabilizer and histamine H1 antagonist

Forms:

Eye drops

Administration:

Topical ocular application

Therapeutic Uses:

To relieve itchy eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis

Controlled Status:

Not a controlled substance


Olopatadine Drug Class

Olopatadine (oh-loh-pata-deen) belongs to a group of drugs called mast cell stabilizers (anti allergenic ophthalmic medications).

Olopatadine Age Range

Olopatadine ophthalmic solution (Pazeo and Pataday) is approved for use in adults and children 2 years of age and older. The use of this medicine in children younger than 2 years should be under the advice and supervision of a healthcare professional.