| Optivar (U.S.N.L.M.) | |
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| Dosing | 1 drop bid |
| Chem Specs | azelastine HCL 0.05% |
| Quantities | 6ml |
| Cost | 93.89 (generic) |
| Class | Mast cell stabilizer / antihistamine |
| Action | Relatively selective H1 antagonist / inhibits release of inflammatory mediators. |
| Usage | Indicated for the treatment of itching of allergic conjunctivitis. |
| Contains BAK which may be absorbed into soft lenses. Wait at least ten minutes after instilling Optivar before inserting contact lenses. |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to any component of the preparation. |
| Pediatric use | > age 3 |
| Pregnancy | Category C. Teratogenic in mice given orally 25,000 times the human ophthalmic dose. |
| BAK 0.0125% The original Mylan trade name product "Optivar" was discontinued January 2016 |