Azelast Eye Drop

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Azelast Eye Drop is an antihistaminic medication. It is used to treat inflammation of eyes (redness and swelling) caused due to various allergies. It helps in short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.

Written By Dr. Sakshi Sharma, BDS,
Reviewed By Dr. Ashish Ranjan, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS,
Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

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General Information

Contains

Azelastine (0.05% w/v)

Marketer

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Follow your doctor’s instructions precisely for administering Azelast Eye Drop in the eye. It should be used regularly at evenly spaced time intervals as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the returning or worsening.

Commonly seen side effects seen with this medicine include temporary eye irritation and burning sensation after administration. Consult your doctor if these side effects persist or if your condition worsens. It may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use, so not drive until your vision is clear.

Uses of Azelast Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease

Benefits of Azelast Eye Drop

Allergic eye disease
Azelast Eye Drop helps relieve symptoms of allergic eye disease such as redness, swelling, itching, and watering of eyes. This medicine works by decreasing the production of certain chemicals that cause inflammation of the eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. Use it as prescribed to get the most benefit. If you see no improvement even after 2 weeks, talk to your doctor.

Side effects of Azelast Eye Drop

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Azelast

Burning sensation in eye
Watery eyes

How to use Azelast Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

How Azelast Eye Drop works

Azelast Eye Drop is an antiallergic. It works by blocking the action of a chemical messenger (histamine) which is responsible for red, itchy, watery eyes.

All substitutes for Azelast Eye Drop

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Optihist AZ Eye Drop

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Quick tips

Your doctor has prescribed Azelast Eye Drop to treat inflammation (redness and swelling) due to allergies of the eye.
It treats short-term or sudden allergic reactions in the eye.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Azelast Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Azelast Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
To reduce the amount of Azelast Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Driving

UNSAFE

Azelast Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

Frequently asked questions

What should I know before using Azelast Eye Drop?

Before using Azelast Eye Drop, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to Azelast Eye Drop or any of its ingredients to avoid any allergic reactions. Let your doctor know if you have, or have had any problems with your eyes. Inform your doctor about all the other medicines you are taking because they may affect, or be affected by, this medicine. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding to prevent any harmful effects on the baby.

Is Azelast Eye Drop safe?

Azelast Eye Drop is safe if used in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Take it exactly as directed and do not skip any dose. Follow your doctor's instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.

What if I forget to take a dose of Azelast Eye Drop?

If you forget a dose of Azelast Eye Drop, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and take the next scheduled dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

Is Azelast Eye Drop effective?

Azelast Eye Drop is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Azelast Eye Drop too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Phthalazine Derivative

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Action Class

H1 Antihistaminics (second Generation)

References

Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 115-16.
Medscape. Azelastine. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
Azelastine. Somerset, New Jersey: Meda Pharmaceuticals; 2008. [Accessed 01 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

User feedback

Patients taking Azelast Eye Drop

Once A Day

36%

Thrice A Day

32%

Twice A Day

21%

Twice A Month

Alternate Day

Four Times A Day

What are you using Azelast Eye Drop for?

Allergic disorders

100%

How much was the improvement?

Excellent

56%

Average

44%

What were the side-effects while using Azelast Eye Drop?

No Side Effect

100%

How do you take Azelast Eye Drop?

With or without food

100%

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Marketer details

Name: Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
Address: Plot no 107/108,Namli block , Ranipool, East Sikkim 737135

Vendor Details

Country of origin: India

Azelast Eye Drop

General Information

Contains

Marketer

Storage

Product introduction

Uses of Azelast Eye Drop

Benefits of Azelast Eye Drop

Side effects of Azelast Eye Drop

How to use Azelast Eye Drop

How Azelast Eye Drop works

All substitutes for Azelast Eye Drop

Optihist AZ Eye Drop

Quick tips

Safety advice

Alcohol

Pregnancy

Breast feeding

Driving

Kidney

Liver

Frequently asked questions

What should I know before using Azelast Eye Drop?

Is Azelast Eye Drop safe?

What if I forget to take a dose of Azelast Eye Drop?

Is Azelast Eye Drop effective?

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

Action Class

References

User feedback

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