Zelanex Ophthalmic Solution 0.05%
Zelanex Ophthalmic Solution 0.05% Uses, Dosage, Side Effects, Food Interaction and all others data.
| Trade Name | Zelanex Ophthalmic Solution 0.05% |
| Generic | Azelastine Hydrochloride (Eye drop) |
| Weight | 0.05% |
| Type | Ophthalmic Solution |
| Therapeutic Class | Anti-histamine Preparations |
| Manufacturer | Opsonin Pharma Ltd. |
| Available Country | Bangladesh |
| Last Updated: | October 19, 2023 at 6:27 am |
Uses
Treatment and prevention of the symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis in adults and children 4 years and older. Treatment of the symptoms of non-seasonal (perennial) allergic conjunctivitis in adults and children 12 years and older.Dosage
Zelanex Ophthalmic Solution 0.05% dosage
Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis: The usual dosage in adults and children 4 years and older is one drop in each eye twice daily that can be increased, if necessary to four times daily. If allergen exposure is anticipated Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution should be administered prophylactically, prior to the exposure.Non-seasonal (perennial) allergic conjunctivitis: The usual dosage in adults and children 12 years and older is one drop in each eye twice daily that can be increased, if necessary to four times daily.As safety and efficacy have been demonstrated in clinical trials for a period of up to 6 weeks, the duration of any course should be limited to a maximum of 6 weeks. Patients should be advised to contact their doctor if symptoms worsen or do not improve after 48 hours.Precaution
Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution is not intended for treatment of eye infections. Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution contains the preservative benzalkonium chloride. Benzalkonium chloride may cause eye irritation, especially with dry eyes or disorders of the cornea. Contact with soft contact lenses should be avoided. Contact lenses should be removed prior to application and the patient should wait at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Known to discolour soft contact lenses.Interaction
No specific interaction studies have been performed. Interaction studies at high oral doses of Azelastine have been performed however they bear no relevance to Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution, as systemic levels, after administration of the eye drops, are in the picogram range.Pregnancy & Breastfeeding use
There is insufficient information available to establish the safety of azelastine in human pregnancy. At high oral doses azelastine has shown to induce adverse effects (foetal death, growth retardation and skeletal malformation) in experimental animals. Local ocular application will result in minimal systemic exposure (picogram range). However, caution should be exercised when using Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution during pregnancy. Azelastine is excreted into the milk in low quantities. For that reason Azelastine hydrochloride Eye drops, solution is not recommended during lactation.Contraindication
Hypersensitivity to the active substance or to any of the excipients of this preparation.Acute Overdose
No specific reactions after ocular overdosage are known, and with the ocular route of administration, overdosage reactions are not anticipated. There is no experience with the administration of toxic doses of azelastine hydrochloride in humans. In the case of overdose or intoxication, disturbances of the central nervous system are to be expected based on the results of animal experiments. Treatment of these disorders must be symptomatic. There is no known antidote.Storage Condition
Keep below 30°C temperature, away from light & moisture. Keep out of the reach of children.Innovators Monograph
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