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Olopat KT Eye Drops
Manufactured byAJANTA PHARMA LTD
ContainsKetorolac (0.4 %w/v) + Olopatadine (0.1 %w/v)
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Description
Olopat KT Eye Drops is a combination of Ketorolac and Olopatadine. It is used to treat itchiness in the eyes caused by allergies. It is also used to treat or prevent redness, pain, and swelling after eye surgery. Olopat KT Eye Drops works by stopping the release of chemical substances that cause swelling and allergy symptoms.
Olopat KT Eye Drops may cause some side effects such as burning sensation, irritation, and puffiness of the eyes. These symptoms usually subside on their own. However, consult your doctor if these symptoms persist or become severe.
Olopat KT Eye Drops should be used as prescribed by your doctor. Consult your doctor if you use contact lenses. Inform your doctor if you develop an eye infection while using this medicine.
Olopat KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other eye drops or have any other eye conditions to avoid undesired effects. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Substitutes
List of substitutes for Olopat KT Eye Drops
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for Olopat KT Eye Drops
Headache
Blurred vision
Dry eyes
Eye irritation and discomfort
Uses of Olopat KT Eye Drops
What is it prescribed for?
Allergic conjunctivitis
Olopat KT Eye Drops is used for the treatment of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (red, itchy, and watery eyes due to exposure to pollen, mold spores, or other foreign particles).
Post-operative ocular inflammation
Olopat KT Eye Drops is used to relieve symptoms such as redness, swelling, pain, etc., associated with eye surgery.
Concerns
Commonly asked questions
How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
The amount of time required for Olopat KT Eye Drops to show its action is not clinically established.How long do the effects of this medicine last?
The amount of time for which Olopat KT Eye Drops remains active in your body is not clinically established.Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.Is this a habit forming medicine?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Olopat KT Eye Drops.Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
Olopat KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, if you are pregnant, discuss with your doctor the potential risks and benefits of using this medicine.Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
It is not known if Olopat KT Eye Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence, this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
Allergy
Avoid using Olopat KT Eye Drops if you are allergic to this medicine. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
Warnings for special population
Pregnancy
Olopat KT Eye Drops is not recommended for use in pregnancy unless necessary. Hence, if you are pregnant, discuss with your doctor the potential risks and benefits of using this medicine.
Breast-feeding
It is not known if Olopat KT Eye Drops passes into breastmilk. Hence, this medicine is not recommended during breastfeeding. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings
Driving or operating machines
Olopat KT Eye Drops may cause temporary blurring of vision. Hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision has cleared.
Contact lens
Olopat KT Eye Drops should not be used if you are using contact lenses. Remove the contact lenses prior to the administration of this medicine and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back in the eyes.
Avoid contamination
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface as this may lead to contamination by bacteria. Take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
Missed Dose
Try not to skip a dose of Olopat KT Eye Drops. Instill the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to compensate for the missed one.
Overdose
As Olopat KT Eye Drops is intended for external use, the likelihood of side effects due to an overdose is low. However, do not administer more than the prescribed dose. Also, ingestion of this medicine may be harmful and immediate medical attention may be required.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol
Description
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Instructions
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine
Disease interactions
Asthma
Asthma is a condition in which the air passage is swollen and narrowed, causing breathing difficulty. Olopat KT Eye Drops may lead to aggravation of asthma. Hence, use this medicine with caution if you have NSAIDs-sensitive asthma (asthma that may occur due to the use of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medicines such as Ketorolac, Aspirin, Flurbiprofen, Bromfenac, etc.).
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
Olopat KT Eye Drops is meant for use in the eyes only. Use this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
Avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your eye or other surfaces. Close the lid of the dropper after each use to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip.
Do not discontinue the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor, as your symptoms may recur or worsen.
Do not give Olopat KT Eye Drops to others even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Keep the medicine away from the reach of children and pets. Ensure that the unused medicine is disposed of properly.
Miscelleneous
How it works
Olopat KT Eye Drops is a combination of two medicines, Ketorolac and Olopatadine.
Ketorolac works by reducing the formation of a chemical substance that is responsible for causing pain and swelling.
Olopatadine blocks the action of a certain substance that causes allergic symptoms.
Legal Status
Classification
Category
Ophthalmic preparations, Ophthalmic anti-inflammatory agents
Schedule
Schedule H
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Drugs, H., 2021. Olopatadine Ophthalmic: MedlinePlus Drug Information. [online] Medlineplus.gov. Available at: < [Accessed 16 August 2021].
Sapientlaboratories.com. 2022. PETOLO - KT Eye Drops. [online] Available at: < [Accessed 27 January 2022].
Medicines.org.uk. 2022. Ketorolac trometamol 0.5% w/v eye drops, solution - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc). [online] Available at: < [Accessed 27 January 2022].
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Information on this page was last updated on 10 Feb 2022
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