_Patanix ®

It is an anti allergy and is used to treat allergic symptoms such as runny nose, sneezing, and itching.

Description about_Patanix ®

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Olopatadin

PharmaceuticalClass

Antihistamines

ClassTherapy

Anti Allergy

PharmaceuticalForms

Nasal Spray

MechanismOfAction

It is a potent and selective intranasal anti allergic agent that acts by several mechanisms. This drug is a competitive histamine antagonist that binds to the H1 receptor and due to the important role of histamine in the symptoms of rhinitis, drugs that inhibit this inflammatory mediator play an important role in improving these symptoms.

Indications

It is used in relieving the symptoms of seasonal allergic rhinitis in adults and children over 6 years of age.

UseDuringPregnancy

This drug belongs to group C.

The use of this drug during pregnancy and lactation is permissible only if its benefits have been weighed against its harms and it is allowed only by the doctor's order.

Precautions

  • Take the medication according to your doctor's instructions and at regular intervals, and avoid overdose.
  • Do not use the nasal spray for more than one person.
  • This medication may rarely cause confusion. When taking this medicine, avoid driving and operating machinery that requires full alertness.
  • Use this medicine only for use in the nose.
  • Avoid spraying the drug inside the eyes.

SideEffects

Any medication in parallel with the desired therapeutic effects may cause some unwanted effects. In case of nosebleeds, nasal ulcers, and drowsiness, consult your doctor.

AmountAndMethod

The dosage of each medication is determined by the doctor. However, the usual dosage of this drug is as follows:

Adults and children over 12 years of age:

2 puffs per nostril 2 times a day.

Children 6 to 11 years old:

1 puff in each nostril 2 times a day.

It is not recommended for children under 6 years of age.

Maintenance

  • Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
  • Avoid taking expired medication or storing it for longer than necessary.
  • Store the medicine at a temperature below 25 degrees Celsius.
  • Protect the medicine from freezing.

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