Patadin Tablet
Olopatadine (5mg)
by Ajanta Pharma Ltd
strip of 10 tablets
About this medicine
Patadin Tablet belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. It is used in the treatment of various allergic conditions. It relieves symptoms like itching, swelling, and rashes. Patadin Tablet should be taken with or without food. The dose may vary depending on what you are taking it for. Take it as it has been prescribed by your doctor. You may need this medicine only on days you have symptoms, or you may need to take it every day to prevent symptoms from happening. If you stop taking it earlier than advised, your symptoms may come back. This medicine is generally very safe. It is generally a safe medicine with little or no side effects. However, it may cause dry mouth, weakness, or sleepiness in some people. Consult your doctor if you experience any of it that persists or gets worse. Before taking it, you should tell your doctor if you have any problems with your liver or kidneys or with your heart. Pregnant or breastfeeding women should also consult with their doctor before taking it. Avoid drinking alcohol as it can cause excessive drowsiness with this medicine.
Uses
- Treatment of Allergic conditions
Benefits
In treatment of Allergic conditions
Patadin Tablet provides relief from symptoms such as blocked or runny nose, sneezing, and itchy or watery eyes. This will make it easier for you to go about your daily activities. It can also give relief from allergic reactions after insect bites and symptoms of hives and eczema such as rash, swelling, itching, and irritation. This will improve the appearance of your skin and you may find that your mood and self-confidence improve as well. It rarely has any serious side effects and you may only need to take it on days you have symptoms. Moreover, Patadin Tablet may make you feel less sleepy as compared to other antihistamine medicines. If you are taking it to prevent getting symptoms you should use it regularly to get the most benefit.
How it works
Patadin Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.
How to use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Patadin Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Common side effects
- Sleepiness
- Weakness
- Dryness in mouth
- Stomach pain
- Abnormal liver function tests
Safety advice
- AlcoholUNSAFE
- Patadin Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness with alcohol.
- PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Patadin Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
- Breast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- Patadin Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
- DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
- It is not known whether Patadin Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
- KidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Patadin Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Patadin Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
- LiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED
- Patadin Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Patadin Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
If you miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Patadin Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick facts
- Chemical Class
- Dibenzoxepine Derivative
- Habit Forming
- No
- Therapeutic Class
- Respiratory
Frequently asked questions
Can Patadin Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Patadin Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
How do we take Patadin Tablet?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Can Patadin Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Patadin Tablet can be taken in long-term itching conditions. Such type of condition is termed chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Can Patadin Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Patadin Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for a full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
Is Patadin Tablet a steroid?
No, Patadin Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Patadin Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.
Is Patadin Tablet effective?
Patadin Tablet 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 Patadin Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Can Patadin Tablet cause eye irritation?
Usually, Patadin Tablet does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.
Can a child use Patadin Tablet?
Patadin Tablet can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 3 years of age with Patadin Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Patadin Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.
Does Patadin Tablet make you sleepy?
Usually, using Patadin Tablet does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. It is important to know that if other anti-allergic medications are taken orally along with this medication then they may make you sleepy. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
How long can you use Patadin Tablet?
The Patadin Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Patadin Tablet will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months if considered necessary. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.
Can Patadin Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Patadin Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
How do we take Patadin Tablet?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Can Patadin Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Patadin Tablet can be taken in long-term itching condition. Such type of condition is termed as chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Can Patadin Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Patadin Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
Product details
- Manufacturer
- Ajanta Pharma Ltd
- Salt composition
- Olopatadine (5mg)
- Pack
- strip of 10 tablets
- Dosage form
- Tablet
- Storage
- Store below 30°C
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