What is olopatadine nasal?
Olopatadine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the chemical histamine in your body.
Olopatadine treats sneezing, itching, runny nose, and other nasal symptoms of allergies.
Olopatadine nasal may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about olopatadine nasal?
Before using olopatadine nasal, tell your doctor if you have any non-allergic conditions affecting the inside of your nose, such as a deviated septum.
Olopatadine can cause side effects that may impair your thinking or reactions. Be careful if you drive or do anything that requires you to be awake and alert.
Avoid drinking alcohol. It can increase some of the side effects of olopatadine nasal.
Talk with your doctor if your allergy symptoms do not improve or if they get worse.
What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before using olopatadine nasal?
You should not use this medication if you are allergic to olopatadine.
Before using olopatadine nasal, tell your doctor if you have any non-allergic conditions affecting the inside of your nose, such as a deviated septum.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether olopatadine nasal is harmful to an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether olopatadine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use olopatadine nasal without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.
Olopatadine nasal should not be given to a child younger than 12 years old.