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Indications

Elestat is an antihistamine medication used to prevent itching in the eyes caused by allergies, specifically allergic conjunctivitis.

Elestat is available in the form of eye drops and contains the active ingredient epinastine. The medication was first approved for use in the United States in 2003.

Use and Dosage

This medication is used in both eyes as directed by your doctor, usually twice daily. Use should continue during times when you may be exposed to the agents (such as allergens, pollens) that can cause allergies, even if your eyes are not irritated or itchy.

If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying this medication. Wait at least 10 minutes after using the drops before wearing your lenses again.

To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.

Tilt your head back, look upward and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and instill the prescribed number of drops. Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes. Place one finger at the inside corner of the eye and apply gentle pressure to prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink and do not rub your eye.

Do not rinse the dropper. Replace the dropper cap after each use.

If you are using another kind of eye medication (such as drops or ointments), wait at least 10 minutes before applying other medications. Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

Side Effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction to Elestat: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Serious side effects include:

• Swelling, redness, severe discomfort, or crusting or drainage (around your eyelids)
• Severe burning, stinging, or other irritation after using the eye drops

Less serious Elestat side effects may include:

• Mild burning, itching, or eye irritation
• Watery eyes
• Headache
• Cold symptoms such as stuffy nose, sneezing, or sore throat

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur.

Cautions

Before using epinastine, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history.

If you wear contact lenses, consult your doctor about the use of contact lenses when the eyes are red or irritated.

After you apply this drug, your vision may become temporarily blurred. Do not drive, use machinery, or do any activity that requires clear vision until you can do it safely.

During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.

It is unknown if this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breastfeeding.

Form and Strengths

Elestat is available in the following form and strengths:

• Elestat Eye Drops:
  • 0.05 %
• Epinastine Eye Drops:
  • 0.05 %

FAQ

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the missed dose as soon as you remember. Skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Elestat is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What should I avoid?

Do not use this medication while wearing contact lenses. Elestat may contain a preservative that can discolour soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using Elestat before putting your contact lenses in.

Do not use other eye medications during treatment with this medicine unless your doctor tells you to.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/elestat.html#side-effects
2. https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2011/021565s006lbl.pdf
3. https://www.webmd.com/drugs/2/drug-78325/elestat-ophthalmic-eye/details