Combipat Bottle Of 5ml Opthalmic Solution

Combipat Ophthalmic Solution is a combination medicine containing olopatadine and ketorolac as active ingredients. It is used to treat eye allergic conditions. This solution should be applied only to the affected eye.

Follow the dosage and duration your doctor prescribes and check the label for specific instructions before use. Remember to wash your hands thoroughly before applying the medication. It's important to complete the entire course of treatment, even if you start feeling better.

Common side effects may include burning, irritation, and a stinging sensation at the application site, which are typically temporary. If these symptoms persist, contact your doctor. If the solution accidentally enters your ears, nose, or mouth, rinse thoroughly with water.

Inform your doctor of any known allergies to the ingredients in this medication or if you are taking other medications. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery immediately after using Combipat Ophthalmic Solution, as it may temporarily blur your vision and impair your driving ability.

Dosage

Overdose

As Combipat Ophthalmic Solution 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution.
• 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution during pregnancy?

Due to limited information on the effect of Combipat Ophthalmic Solution 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution while breastfeeding?

Due to limited information on the effect of Combipat Ophthalmic Solution on breastmilk, it is recommended to use, only if prescribed by the treating doctor with caution.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Combipat Ophthalmic Solution?

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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution?

Alcohol along with Combipat Ophthalmic Solution 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.
• Combipat Ophthalmic Solution should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

If you are allergic olopatadine, ketorolac or any other ingredient of Combipat Ophthalmic Solution.

Side effects

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

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Since Combipat Ophthalmic Solution 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution, 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 Combipat Ophthalmic Solution at or below 25°C in a clean and dry place.
• Keep the medicine away from children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can the use of Combipat Ophthalmic Solution cause blurry vision?

Yes, Combipat Ophthalmic Solution may cause temporary blurry vision, which resolves after some time. Avoid driving or operating machinery until you experience clear vision.