Optivar - Azelastine - Ophthalmic Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Optivar.
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Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat itching of the eyes caused by allergies (allergic conjunctivitis).

Optivar Storage Instructions

• Store dropper bottle upright at room temperature between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 to 25 degrees C) away from light and moisture.

Possible Side Effects

• Eye irritation or stinging, headaches, or bitter taste in the mouth may occur.
• If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Optivar Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Usage Instructions

• This medication is used in the affected eye(s), usually twice daily; or as directed by your doctor.
• Remove contact lenses before applying the eye drop.
• Wait at least 10 minutes after using this medication before inserting contact lenses.
• To apply eye drops, wash your hands first.
• To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• Place the dropper directly over the eye and instill the prescribed number of drops.
• Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure.
• This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye.
• Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• Replace the dropper cap after use.
• If you are using another kind of eye medication (for example, drops or ointments), wait at least five minutes before applying other medications.
• Use eye drops before eye ointments, to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

Read Before Using Optivar (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.