| U.S. Brand Names |
| Alomide® Ophthalmic |
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| Generic Available |
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No |
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| Pharmacological Index |
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Mast Cell Stabilizer |
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| Use |
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Treatment of vernal keratoconjunctivitis, vernal conjunctivitis, and vernal keratitis |
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| Pregnancy Risk Factor |
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B |
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| Contraindications |
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Hypersensitivity to any component of product |
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| Warnings/Precautions |
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Safety and efficacy in children <2 years of age have not been established; not for injection; not for use in patients wearing soft contact lenses during treatment |
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| Adverse Reactions |
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>10%: Local: Transient burning, stinging, discomfort 1% to 10%: Central nervous system: Headache Ocular: Blurred vision, corneal erosion/ulcer, eye pain, corneal abrasion, blepharitis <1%: Dizziness, somnolence, rash, nausea, stomach discomfort, sneezing, dry nose |
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| Overdosage/Toxicology |
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Symptoms include feeling of warmth of flushing, headache, dizziness, fatigue, sweating, nausea, loose stools, and urinary frequency/urgency; consider emesis in the event of accidental ingestion |
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| Drug Interactions |
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No data reported |
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| Mechanism of Action |
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Mast cell stabilizer that inhibits the in vivo type I immediate hypersensitivity reaction to increase cutaneous vascular permeability associated with IgE and antigen-mediated reactions |
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| Pharmacodynamics/Kinetics |
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Absorption: Topical: Very small and undetectable |
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| Usual Dosage |
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Children >2 years and Adults: Instill 1-2 drops in eye(s) 4 times/day for up to 3 months |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Mental Status |
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May cause drowsiness or dizziness |
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| Mental Health: Effects on Psychiatric Treatment |
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None reported |
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| Dental Health: Local Anesthetic/Vasoconstrictor Precautions |
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No information available to require special precautions |
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| Dental Health: Effects on Dental Treatment |
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No effects or complications reported |
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| Patient Information |
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Do not wear soft contact lenses during treatment |
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| Dosage Forms |
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Solution, ophthalmic: 0.1% (10 mL) |
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