Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine)

What Is The Generic Name For Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop:

Azelastine is the generic version for Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

• Astelin
• Optivar

About Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Azelastine, an antiallergic which is used for the treatment of allergic eye disease. You may purchase it from any the leading online pharmacy Stores, medical supply stores, or drugstores but you must buy it only on doctor’s prescription.

Dosage Form:

• Eye Drops

Manufacturer:

Entod Pharmaceuticals, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies manufacturing Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

Strength:

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Azelastine in a bottle which may be available in the various substitutes with varying strengths at any of the leading online drugstores, online pharmacy stores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

Azelastine is used in:

• Allergic rhinitis
• Other dosage forms of Azelastine are used in the treatment of many  infections of various parts of the body.

How Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine) Works:

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop is consisting of Azelastine, an antiallergic agent which works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, watery eyes.

Before You Use Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Azelastine
• You are not using contact lenses while using Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop Eye Drops
• Your doctor must know about your Surgeries, allergies, Diseases, and Medications, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

• You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions
• Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop Eye Drops

When Not To Use Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

You should avoid Azelastine if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have increased pressure inside the eyes or swelling, itching, redness, or inflammation in eyes
• Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently
• You must need to consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

Tell Your Doctor If You:

• Are Allergic to it
• Have any pressure problem inside the eye
• Have irritation, redness, swelling, itching as a side effect which is getting worse by time
• Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently
• Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

Dosage:

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Azelastine, which is used in the treatment of Eye Infection and should be given on prescription. You should always consult your doctor for the dosage frequency and dose as age and severity of the disease differ from patient to patient. Azelastine is also available in tablet or capsule forms which can be given by your doctor for the treatment of infections in other body parts.

Patients are advised to take Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop at a fixed time, preferably in morning and evening time or prescribed by your doctor.

You are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop Eye Drops. It is better to instill one drop each eye at once.

How To Take The Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop should be taken at a fixed time once/ twice/ thrice a day or as directed by your doctor. You must take it by holding the dropper straightly closer to the Eye without touching the eye or eyelid. Squeezing it gently and instill the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra Liquid with a Clean Cloth or Tissue Paper.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine)

You are always advised to use the Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it for a longer time than suggested but are always advised to complete the course of treatment.

Overdose:

Rinse your eyes thoroughly if any irritation persists and if severe symptoms of inflammation appear like itching, redness, swelling, etc., speak to your doctor immediately or reach nearby medical emergency centre.

Do not share your medicine with anyone on your own without discussing the case with your doctor. It is better to let them visit their doctor for medication.

Missed Dose:

A missed dose of the Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop eye drops should be taken as soon as you remember it. Skip the dosage you missed if it is the time for the next dosage but do not take multiple dosages next time. It will not accelerate the process of healing but will be wasted or may cause adverse effects.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop (Azelastine):

• Eye irritation
• Itching
• Burning sensation in eye
• Watery eyes
• Bitter taste
• Headache
• Drowsiness
• Nasal burning
• Pharyngitis
• Dry mouth
• Nausea
• Rhinitis
• Nosebleed
• Dizziness

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop eye drops may interact with any other eye drops if you are using them simultaneously which can produce some adverse effects or cause your any of the drug not to work properly. Always discuss with your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that a well planned medication can be given by your doctor. Following are the drugs which interact with the Azelastine:

• Betahistine
• Lorazepam
• Erythromycin
• Diazepam
• Clonazepam
• Nitrazepam
• Clobazam
• Chlordiazepoxide
• Alprazolam
• Roxithromycin

Warning And Precaution:

Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop should be used very cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity/Allergy  
• Blurred Vision
• Eye Surgeries
• Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women
• Eye disorders or inflammation or Surgeries
• Always discuss with your doctor to get best available possible treatment and dosage adjustment.

Things To Remember:

• Do not touch Eye Drops bottle’s tip while using the medicine and use it within a month once opened
• Clean your hands and eyes before using the Optihist AZ 0.05% w/v Eye Drop Eye Drops
• You must keep the Eye Drops bottle out of reach and sight of the children
• Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose frequency, duration, and strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Do not stop taking the eye drops between the treatment courses or do not take it for longer than suggested by your doctor.

Storage:

Store it at room temperature away from direct contact of sunlight and heat; in clean, dark and dry place. Do not freeze it. Use within one month after opening it.