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Azelast Eye Drops

Manufactured bySun Pharma Laboratories Ltd.
ContainsAzelastine
Description
Azelast Eye Drops is an anti-allergy medicine containing Azelastine. It is used to treat symptoms such as eye redness and itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis. Azelast Eye Drops works by blocking the release of histamine a chemical that is responsible for allergic reactions. Azelast Eye Drops may cause side effects like dryness and irritation of the eye, itching, redness, watery eyes, burning sensation in eyes, etc. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects bother you or persist for a long time. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Azelast Eye Drops may cause visual disturbances. Hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after use. Azelast Eye Drops is a prescription medicine The dose of medicine and duration of treatment will depend on your health condition. Follow all the instructions mentioned on the label for usage or as directed by your doctor. Store this medicine at room temperature away from sunlight and moisture. Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use in children below three years of age unless prescribed by a paediatrician. Inform your doctor about your medical history and ongoing medications. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or are breastfeeding before using Azelast Eye Drops
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Azelast Eye Drops

  • Burning or itching of eyes
  • Blurred vision
  • Eye discharge
  • Headache
  • Eye irritation and discomfort
  • Redness of the eye

Uses of Azelast Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Allergic conjunctivitis
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    The effect of Azelast Eye Drops can be observed within three minutes of administration of the dose.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Azelast Eye Drops lasts for an average duration of eight hours.
  • 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 tendency has been reported for Azelast Eye Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. It is not known whether this medicine is excreted in human breast milk. If you are breastfeeding consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Allergy

Avoid using Azelast Eye Drops if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms like itching, swelling (face, lips), redness, shortness of breath, etc.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may cause harm to your foetus. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Breast-feeding

Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use during breastfeeding. It is not known whether this medicine is excreted in human breast milk. If you are breastfeeding consult your doctor before taking this medicine.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Azelast Eye Drops may cause blurred vision or visual disturbances. Hence avoid driving vehicles or operating machines after using this medicine.

Use in children

Azelast Eye Drops is not recommended for use in children less than three years of age since the safety and efficacy data of use are not clinically established.

Contact lenses

Do not wear contact lenses when you are suffering from an eye infection or if you are using Azelast Eye Drops.

Other medicines

Azelast Eye Drops may interact with many other medicines and may cause severe side effects. Hence, inform the doctor about all your current medicines before beginning treatment with this medicine.

Missed Dose

Try not to skip a dose of Azelast Eye Drops. If you forget to instil a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If your next dose time is near, skip the missed dose and use your next scheduled dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never instil more than the prescribed dose. Seek emergency medical attention if you suspect that you might have taken an overdose of Azelast Eye Drops.
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

Cimetidine

Disease interactions

Disease

Information not available.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Azelast Eye Drops is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis. The medicine is for external use only. Administer it as directed by the doctor. Do not touch your eyes with unwashed hands. Use Azelast Eye Drops at around the same time daily for ease of remembering. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Avoid sharing items like eyeglasses, contact lenses, pillows, towels, clothes, and eye or face makeup when you are infected. Also, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines as Azelast Eye Drops may cause blurred vision.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

May cause sleepiness

How it works
Azelast Eye Drops works by blocking the release of histamine a chemical that causes allergic reactions. Thus it helps in relieving allergic symptoms.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Unknown

Approved

Classification

Category

Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants

Schedule

Schedule H

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