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Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is used to treat signs and symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. It is also used to treat eye itching or redness caused by pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair, or dander. It contains Olopatadine, which inhibits the release of histamine (chemical messengers released due to an allergic response in the body) and relieves itching, burning, redness, and watering in the eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis. It may cause common side effects such as eye pain, eye irritation, headache, blurred vision, burning/stinging/redness/dryness of the eye, eyelid swelling, and eye discomfort. Before taking this medicine, you should tell your doctor if you are allergic to any of its components or if you are pregnant/breastfeeding, and about all the medications you are taking and pre-existing medical conditions.

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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy
Reviewed By Veda Maddala , M Pharmacy
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More about the Product

Composition :

OLOPATADINE-0.2%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Micro Labs Ltd

Consume Type :

Ophthalmic

Expires on or after :

Jan-27

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

About Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is a prescription ophthalmic solution used to treat and prevent itchy eyes caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. It works directly in the eyes to provide rapid relief from redness, swelling, and watering triggered by pollen, pet dander, or dust.

For the best results, you should use these eye drops consistently at the same times each day as directed by your doctor. Because Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is applied directly to the eyes, it can be used independently of your meals. Additionally, keeping windows closed during high-pollen seasons and using an indoor air purifier can significantly reduce allergy triggers and improve your results.

While using Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml, you may experience mild, temporary symptoms like a slight burning sensation in the eyes or mild dryness. These effects usually fade quickly, but you must consult your doctor immediately if you face serious side effects such as severe eye pain, changes in your vision, or signs of an eye infection.

Talk to your doctor before starting Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml if you suffer from severe dry eye syndrome or wear contact lenses. Do not take this if you are allergic to any of the ingredients in the eye drops.

Using other eye drops at the same time may interfere with how Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is absorbed, so always space out different ophthalmic products. If you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or managing eye care for elderly individuals, consult your healthcare provider before using these drops.

Uses of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is used to treat and prevent itchy eyes caused by seasonal or year-round allergies. The detailed uses of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml are as follows:

  • Allergic conjunctivitis (eye allergies): Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml relieves redness, swelling, and intense itching of the eyes caused by allergic reactions.
  • Seasonal allergic conjunctivitis: Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml prevents and treats eye symptoms triggered by outdoor allergens like grass, weeds, and tree pollen.
  • Perennial allergic conjunctivitis: Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml manages year-round eye irritation and itching caused by indoor allergens such as dust mites, mould, and pet dander.
     

Key Benefits

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml offers rapid, targeted relief directly at the source of your eye discomfort, helping you get back to your daily routine without the distraction of irritated eyes.

  • Fast-acting relief: It begins working shortly after application to soothe intense itching and burning.
  • Long-lasting comfort: A single dose provides several hours of continuous relief, meaning fewer disruptions to your day.
  • Clearer, calmer eyes: By reducing redness and puffiness, it restores a healthy appearance and comfortable feel to your eyes.
  • Reduced watering: It controls excessive tearing so you can read, work on screens, or drive without constant wiping.
     
Side effects of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml
Dealing with Medication-Induced Headache:
  • Hydrate your body: Drink enough water to prevent dehydration and headaches.
  • Calm Your Mind: Deep breathing and meditation can help you relax and relieve stress.
  • Rest and Recharge: Sleep for 7-8 hours to reduce headache triggers.
  • Take rest: lie down in a quiet, dark environment.
  • Cold or warm compresses can help reduce tension.
  • Stay Upright: Maintain good posture to keep symptoms from getting worse.
  • To treat headaches naturally, try acupuncture or massage therapy.
  • Over-the-counter pain relievers include acetaminophen and ibuprofen.
  • Prescription Assistance: Speak with your doctor about more substantial drug alternatives.
  • Severe Headaches: Seek emergency medical assistance for sudden, severe headaches.
  • Frequent Headaches: If you get reoccurring headaches, consult your doctor.
  • Headaches with Symptoms: Seek medical attention if your headaches include fever, disorientation, or weakness.
  • Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water.
  • Limit salty foods to reduce sodium intake and minimize water retention.
  • Eat anti-inflammatory foods like berries, leafy greens, tomatoes, nuts, and fish.
  • Incorporate potassium-rich foods like bananas, avocados, sweet potatoes, and spinach.
  • Limit alcohol to minimize dehydration and fluid retention.
  • Get 7-9 hours of restful sleep each night.
  • Elevate your head while sleeping to reduce fluid accumulation and alleviate swollen eyelids.
  • Apply cold compresses to reduce swelling and soothe irritated skin.
  • Manage allergies by minimizing exposure to allergens and using antihistamines or allergy eye drops.
  • Practice gentle eye massage to stimulate circulation and reduce fluid retention.
  • Avoid rubbing your eyes to prevent irritation and worsening inflammation.
  • Reduce stress through relaxation techniques like meditation, yoga, or deep breathing exercises.
  • Consult a doctor if swollen eyelids persist, worsen, or are accompanied by pain.

Directions for Use

  • Follow your doctor's instructions on the dosage and timing of this medication to ensure safety.
  • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
  • Avoid touching the tip of the container to prevent contamination.
  • Replace the cap tightly after use.

How Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml Works

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml contains olopatadine. It works through a dual-action mechanism to block the allergic response directly on the surface of your eye. When your eyes come into contact with allergens like pollen or dust, specialised cells called mast cells release histamine and other chemicals that trigger inflammation, itching, and redness. This medicine stops this reaction in two distinct ways. First, it acts as an antihistamine by blocking histamine from binding to receptors in your eye tissues, which quickly halts symptoms like itching and watering. Second, it acts as a mast cell stabiliser, preventing these cells from releasing inflammatory chemicals in the first place. This dual action provides both immediate relief and ongoing protection against further allergic irritation.
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Alcohol

Caution

There is limited information on how alcohol consumption affects Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml. Please consult your doctor.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult your doctor if you are planning to become pregnant or already pregnant before starting Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is not recommended for breastfeeding women unless it is necessary. Please consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding.

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Driving

Caution

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml may cause side effects like blurry vision, affecting your driving ability. Do not drive or operate machinery in such cases. Drive only when you are alert and have clear vision.

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Liver

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of liver diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml.

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Kidney

Caution

Let your doctor know if you have any history of kidney diseases. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and potential risks before prescribing Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml.

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Children

Caution

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is not recommended for children below three years. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor depending upon the condition of the child's disease and age.

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Heart

Consult your doctor

Please consult your doctor before using Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml if you have pre-existing heart problems. Your doctor will prescribe Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml if the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Geriatrics

Consult your doctor

Please consult a doctor before administering Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml to geriatric patients. Your doctor will prescribe Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml if the benefits outweigh the risks.

What if I have taken an overdose of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml

An overdose of ophthalmic drops is highly unlikely when used as directed. However, if the solution is accidentally swallowed or if too many drops are applied, causing severe eye irritation, rinse your eyes with clean, lukewarm water and seek immediate medical attention or contact a nearby hospital.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid rubbing your eyes: Rubbing irritated eyes can cause mast cells to release more histamines, which worsens itching and inflammation.
  • Apply cold compresses: Placing a clean, cool, damp cloth over closed eyes can help naturally soothe swelling and reduce the sensation of itching.
  • Wear protective eyewear: Wearing wrap-around sunglasses when outdoors physically blocks pollen, wind, and dust from entering your eyes.
  • Remove contact lenses: Avoid wearing contact lenses when your eyes are actively red or irritated, as lenses can trap allergens and worsen dry eyes.
  • Manage indoor allergens: Keep windows closed during high pollen counts, vacuum carpets regularly, and use HEPA filters to maintain allergen-free indoor air.
     
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How Soon It Starts Working

The time required for Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml to start to work: The time required for Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml to start to work is 2 hours after instillation. The time for which the effects of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml last: The effect of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml lasts for 24 hours.

What if you forget to take Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml

If you miss a dose of Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml, apply the missed drop as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next scheduled application, skip the missed dose and return to your regular routine. Do not apply extra drops to make up for a missed dose.

Storage

•Store Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml at room temperature, ideally between 4°C and 25°C (39°F to 77°F). •Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use to protect the solution from contamination.

Drug Warnings

  • Inspect the solution first: Before each use, check the liquid inside the bottle. Do not use Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml if you see floating particles, cloudiness, or any changes in colour.
  • Wait to insert contact lenses: If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before using these drops. Wait at least 10 minutes after applying Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml before putting your lenses back in, as the preservative can discolour lenses.
  • Keep the dropper sterile: Never let the tip of the dropper bottle touch your eye, eyelids, fingers, or any other surface to avoid contaminating the solution with bacteria.
  • Avoid driving if vision blurs: Your vision may blur temporarily immediately after putting in the drops. Wait until your eyes clear before driving or operating any machinery.
  • Observe the discard window: Throw away any remaining solution 4 weeks after first opening the bottle, as preservatives may no longer prevent bacterial growth after this period.
     

Drug-Drug Interactions

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  • Other ophthalmic drops: Using multiple eye drops simultaneously may dilute Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml or wash it out of the eye. Space out different eye drops by at least 5 to 10 minutes.
No Drug - Drug interactions found in our data. We may lack specific data on this medicine and are actively working to update our database. Consult your doctor for personalized advice

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Drug-Food Interactions

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No clinically significant food interactions are known with Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml when used as directed.

No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Habit Forming

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Therapeutic Class

[ANTIHISTAMINE]

FAQs

Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is used to treat signs and symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis. It is also used to treat eye itching or redness caused by pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair, or dander.
Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml works by inhibiting the release of histamine (chemicals that cause allergic symptoms like itchy eyes) from mast cells, thus relieving symptoms like itching, burning, redness, and watering in the eyes caused by allergic conjunctivitis.
If you use other eye ointments/drops along with Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml, it is advised to maintain a gap of at least 5-10 minutes after each administration. Also, use eye drops before applying any eye ointment.
Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml can cause temporary blurry vision immediately after applying. Avoid driving and operating machinery in such cases until you feel better. If the effect persists longer, seek medical attention.
Avoid the contact of the dropper or tip with fingers, eyes, and eyelids when using Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml. Topical eye products, when contaminated by patients with eye diseases, may result in eye infections.
No, you should remove your contact lenses before applying Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml. The preservatives in the eye drops can be absorbed by soft contact lenses and cause discoloration. Wait at least 10 minutes after applying the drops before reinserting your lenses. If you experience persistent eye irritation, talk to your doctor.
You should only use Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml as frequently as prescribed by your healthcare provider, which is typically once or twice daily depending on the product strength. Using it more often than recommended can increase eye irritation. If you feel your current dose is not working, talk to your doctor.
No, Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is specifically formulated to treat symptoms triggered by environmental allergies (like pollen or dust). It is not designed to treat eye redness caused by crying, fatigue, or dry air. If your red eyes persist, talk to your doctor.
Because Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is applied directly to the eyes and very little medicine enters the bloodstream, it is highly unlikely to cause drowsiness. This makes it a preferred option over many oral antihistamines. If you experience unusual sleepiness, talk to your doctor.
A mild, temporary stinging or burning sensation right after applying the drops is common and usually disappears within a few minutes. However, if the stinging is severe, worsens, or is accompanied by pain, stop using the drops and talk to your doctor.
Yes, Rapidon OD Eye Drop 3 ml is commonly prescribed for daily use throughout the allergy season to prevent and manage symptoms. However, you should have your eyes evaluated regularly during long-term use. To determine how long you should continue treatment, talk to your doctor.
Because very little of the drug is absorbed into the body from the eyes, the risk during pregnancy or breastfeeding is considered low. However, clinical data is limited, so you should always talk to your doctor before starting this or any other medication during pregnancy.

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Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No. 28 Sundar Industrial Estate,N.T.Y Layout Mysore Road , Bangalore - 560026, India
Other Info - RAP0094
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