Acupat Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops

Acupat Eye drop is a combination medicine containing olopatadine and ketorolac as an active ingredient. Acupat Eye drop is used for treating the allergic condition of the eyes. This medicine acts by inhibiting the release of histamine and prostaglandins responsible for allergic conditions, pain and inflammation respectively.

If you experience blurring of vision even after a week of treatment or any symptoms of allergic reactions contact your doctor immediately. Do not use it in newborn babies and children. Use these drops in the exact dose and as instructed by your doctor.

Avoid contaminating the tip of the bottle, use it within 4 weeks of opening the drops. Avoid using contact lenses while on this medicine.

Dosage

Overdose

As Acupat Eye drop is meant for external application, cases of overdose are unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital. If you have instilled extra drops of it, wash your eyes thoroughly with water.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed the installation of eye drops, instil it as soon as possible. Do not instil more drops just to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Olopatadine acts by inhibiting the release of histamine a chemical substance from the mast cell and blocks the allergic condition. Ketorolac acts by inhibiting the release of prostagladins, thereby providing relief from pain and inflammation.

Directions for Use

• Use Acupat Eye drop as directed by your doctor and read the instruction label carefully before use.
• Shake it well before use.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using the eye drops.
• You should remove your contact lens before using the Acupat Eye drop.
• After instilling the drops, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.
• Do not touch tip of the eye drop bottle to avoid contamination.
• Replace cap after each use.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Acupat Eye drop during pregnancy?

Due to limited information on the effect of Acupat Eye drop on pregnancy, it is recommended to use these drops, only if prescribed by the treating doctor after assessing the need and benefit.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Acupat Eye drop while breastfeeding?

Due to limited information on the effect of Acupat Eye drop on breastmilk, it is recommended to use, only if prescribed by the treating doctor with caution.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Acupat Eye drop?

You may experience temporary blurred vision after instilling these drops, thus it is advised to drive, once your vision is clear.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Acupat Eye drop?

Alcohol along with Acupat Eye drop may increase the side effect of this medicine. Thus, it is advised to limit the use of alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You experience any allergic reaction.
• You are on any other eye medicine.
• You have planned surgery.
• You are using these drops for more than 14 days after surgery.
• Avoid wearing contact lens.
• Acupat Eye drop should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

If you are allergic olopatadine, ketorolac or any other ingredient of Acupat Eye drop.

Side effects

• Burning
• Eye iritation
• Stingling
• Headache
• Blurred vision

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Since Acupat Eye drop is to be used externally it is less likely to interact with other medicines. However, you should always consult your doctor if you are taking other medicines for treating other health conditions.
• If you use another eye drop product concomitantly with Acupat Eye drop, keep a minimum gap of 15 minutes between the application of two medicines.
• Avoid using any other product containing painkiller topically.

Storage and disposal

• Store Acupat Eye drop at or below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is Acupat Eye drop safe?

Yes, Acupat Eye drop is safe, if used at the prescribed dose and duration. Excess of this drop may result in eye irritation, tingling sensation, burning, etc.

Can the use of Acupat Eye drop cause blurry vision?

Yes, Acupat Eye drop may cause temporary blurry vision, which resolves after some time. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you experience clear vision.