Olopatadine Hydrochloride
PrescriptionBrand names: olopatadine hydrochloride
About This Medication
11 DESCRIPTION Olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray, 665 mcg is a metered-spray solution for nasal administration. Olopatadine hydrochloride, the active component of olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray, is a white, water-soluble crystalline powder. The chemical name for olopatadine hydrochloride is (Z)-11-[3-(dimethylamino)propylidene]-6,11-dihydrodibenz[b,e]oxepin-2-acetic acid hydrochloride. It has a molecular weight of 373.88 g/mol, and its molecular formula is C 21 H 23 NO 3 • HCl with the following chemical structure: Olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray contains 0.6% w/v olopatadine (base) in a nonsterile aqueous solution with pH of approximately 3.7. After initial priming (5 sprays), each metered spray from the nasal applicator delivers 100 µL of the aqueous solution containing 665 mcg of olopatadine hydrochloride, which is equivalent to 600 mcg of olopatadine (base) [ see Dosage Forms and Strengths ( 3 ) ] . Olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray also contains benzalkonium chloride (0.01%), dibasic sodium phosphate, edetate disodium, hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide (to adjust pH), purified water and sodium chloride. structural
Active Ingredients
| Ingredient | Strength |
|---|---|
| Olopatadine Hydrochloride | - |
Indications & Usage
How It Works
Dosage & Administration
Side Effects Overview
Warnings & Precautions
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Epistaxis, Nasal Ulceration, and Nasal Septal Perforation : Monitor patients periodically for signs of adverse effects on the nasal mucosa. Discontinue if ulcerations or perforations occur. Avoid use in patients with nasal disease other than allergic rhinitis ( 5.1 ). • Avoid engaging in hazardous occupations requiring complete mental alertness and coordination, such as driving or operating machinery when taking olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray ( 5.2 ). • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other central nervous system depressants with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray ( 5.2 ). 5.1 Local Nasal Effects Epistaxis and Nasal Ulceration In placebo-controlled clinical trials (vehicle nasal spray) of 2 weeks to 12 months duration, epistaxis and nasal ulcerations were reported [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ]. Nasal Septal Perforation Three placebo-controlled long term (12 months) safety trials (vehicle nasal spray) were conducted. In the first safety trial, patients were treated with an investigational formulation of olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray containing povidone (not the commercially marketed formulation) or a vehicle nasal spray containing povidone. Nasal septal perforations were reported in one patient treated with the investigational formulation of olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray and 2 patients treated with the vehicle nasal spray. In the second safety trial with olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray, which does not contain povidone, there were no reports of nasal septal perforation. In the third safety trial, one patient exposed to the 3.7 pH vehicle nasal spray (containing no povidone) reported a nasal septal perforation [ see Adverse Reactions ( 6.1 ) ]. Before starting olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray, conduct a nasal examination to ensure that patients are free of nasal disease other than allergic rhinitis. Perform nasal examinations periodically for signs of adverse effects on the nasal mucosa and consider stopping olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray if patients develop nasal ulcerations. 5.2 Somnolence and Impaired Mental Alertness In clinical trials, the occurrence of somnolence has been reported in some patients taking olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray [ see Adverse Reactions 6.1 ]. Patients should be cautioned against engaging in hazardous occupations requiring complete mental alertness and motor coordination such as driving or operating machinery after administration of olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray. Concurrent use of olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray with alcohol or other central nervous system depressants should be avoided because additional reductions in alertness and additional impairment of central nervous system performance may occur.
Contraindications
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 ).
Pharmacokinetics
Frequently Asked Questions
1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE Olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray is indicated for the relief of the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older. Olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray is an H 1 receptor antagonist indicated for the relief of the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and pediatric patients 6 years of age and older ( 1 ).
2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION For nasal use only. Recommended dosages: • Adults and Adolescents ≥ 12 Years : Two sprays per nostril (665 mcg per spray) twice daily ( 2.1 ). • Pediatric Patients 6 to 11 Years : One spray per nostril (665 mcg per spray) twice daily ( 2.2 ). • Priming Information : Prime olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray before initial use and when olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray has not been used for more than 7 days ( …
5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Epistaxis, Nasal Ulceration, and Nasal Septal Perforation : Monitor patients periodically for signs of adverse effects on the nasal mucosa. Discontinue if ulcerations or perforations occur. Avoid use in patients with nasal disease other than allergic rhinitis ( 5.1 ). • Avoid engaging in hazardous occupations requiring complete mental alertness and coordination, such as driving or operating machinery when taking olopatadine hydrochloride nasal spray ( 5.2 ). • Avoid concurrent use of alcohol or other …
4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None ( 4 ).
Olopatadine Hydrochloride is a prescription medication. You will need a valid prescription from a licensed healthcare provider.
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- • DailyMed — Olopatadine Hydrochloride drug label (National Library of Medicine)
- • openFDA — Olopatadine Hydrochloride label data (U.S. Food & Drug Administration)
- • RxNorm — RXCUI 1797895 (NLM Normalized Drug Names)
- • NDC Directory — Olopatadine Hydrochloride (FDA National Drug Code)
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