Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop

Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop is a prescription eye medicine containing olopatadine 0.1% in each drop. It belongs to the antihistamine/mast cell stabilizer class and is used to relieve itching, redness, and watering caused by allergic conjunctivitis. This Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop is designed for use in the eyes only and comes as a 5 mL bottle.

How it works: Olopatadine helps block histamine, a natural substance that triggers allergy symptoms like eye itching and redness. In Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop, it also helps keep allergy cells from releasing more irritating chemicals in the eye.

Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop is the standard 0.1% ophthalmic strength, which is commonly used for routine allergy eye symptom control. Because there are no other strengths or forms listed for this brand, this product should be used exactly as prescribed and is intended for people whose doctor has decided an olopatadine eye drop is appropriate.

• Allergic conjunctivitis
• Itchy eyes from allergies
• Red, watery eyes due to allergens
• Pollen-related eye irritation
• Dust or pet allergy eye symptoms

• Use only in the eyes; do not swallow or inject Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop.
• Wash your hands before using the bottle and avoid touching the dropper tip to your eye or any surface.
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and place the prescribed number of drops into the eye.
• Close your eyes gently for 1 to 2 minutes after the drop, and press lightly at the inner corner if your doctor has advised it.
• If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the drops and wait at least 10 minutes before putting them back in.
• Use it at the times your doctor recommends; do not use extra drops to make it work faster.

Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop provides olopatadine 0.1% per eye drop solution, which is a lower-strength, standard ophthalmic dose for allergy symptoms. It is commonly used as 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, but your doctor should decide the exact schedule and duration. Do not use more often than prescribed, and do not exceed the amount your prescriber recommends.

Do not change your dose or stop the medicine without speaking to your doctor.

Common side effects of Olopatadine may include:

• Mild eye burning or stinging
• Dry eyes
• Blurred vision right after dosing
• Headache
• Unusual taste in the mouth
• Eye irritation or discomfort

• For eye use only; do not use this Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop in the mouth or on broken skin.
• Remove contact lenses before use; preservatives in the solution may irritate lenses.
• If you have eye infection, eye injury, glaucoma, or other eye disease, tell your doctor before using it.
• Temporary blurred vision can happen after instilling the drops, so be careful driving or operating machinery until your vision clears.
• Do not use extra drops because this is a prescription 0.1% strength meant to be used on the schedule your doctor chooses.
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have had allergies to olopatadine or other eye medicines.
• If symptoms worsen or do not improve as expected, get medical advice rather than continuing self-treatment.

• Other prescription or over-the-counter eye drops or ointments
• Contact lenses and lens care solutions
• Medicines or products that may cause eye irritation when used together
• Any other allergy eye medicine containing olopatadine
• Alcohol is not a direct interaction, but it will not help eye allergy symptoms and may worsen dryness in some people

Store Alerchek 0.1% 5 mL Eye Drop at room temperature, keep the bottle tightly closed, and protect it from contamination and freezing.