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Azelastine (Ophthalmic)

Brand Names : Optivar

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Category
  • Antihistaminic (H1 - receptor), ophthalmic
  • antiallergic (ophthalmic)
  • mast cell stabilizer (ophthalmic)
Description

Azelastine (a-ZEL-as-teen) ophthalmic (eye) solution is used to treat itching of the eye caused by a condition known as allergic conjunctivitis. It works by preventing the effects of certain inflammatory substances, which are produced by cells in your eyes and sometimes cause allergic reactions.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form:

    Ophthalmic
  • Solution (eye drops) (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

  • Optivar

† Not commercially available in Canada.


   

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