Olopatadine

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

Last Reviewed: Oct 20, 2022

Pros & Cons


Olopatadine Pros and Cons

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  • Olopatadine is available over the counter.
  • These eye drops can be used for convenient once daily or twice daily relief of eye itching. Pataday Once Daily Relief Extra Strength (0.7% eye drops) provide 24-hours or allergy itch relief with one drop of the ophthalmic solution.
  • Olopatadine is safe for use in children over the age of 2 years.
  • You can take oral antihistamines along with olopatadine eye drops for allergy relief.

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  • Olopatadine can cause temporary eye irritation and common cold symptoms.
  • This medicine is not for redness or irritation caused by contact lens use.
  • You cannot wear contacts for 10 minutes after using the eye drops.