Otrivine Antistin eye drops are for temporary relief of redness and itching of the eye due to seasonal and perennial allergies such as hay fever, or allergy due to house dust.

 

This belongs to the group of medicines known as anti-inflammatory eye preparations. These eye drops are used to relieve the eye symptoms of hayfever.

 

Exposure to irritants such as plant pollens, pet fur or pollution can cause the body to produce a chemical called histamine.

 

The release of histamine can cause allergic symptoms such as red, itchy, sticky and watery eyes, often referred to as hayfever. These eye drops relieve the eye symptoms of hayfever by blocking the action of histamine in the body.

 

The usual dosage is: Adults: One or two drops in each eye, two or three times each day Elderly and children over 5 years: One drop in each eye, two or three times each day These drops are not recommended for use in children under the age of 5 years.

Otrivine Antistin Eye Drops 10ml contain two active ingredients, xylometazoline hydrochloride (0.05% w/v) and antazoline sulphate (0.05% w/v). They also contain benzalkonium chloride, boric acid, disodium edetate, sodium tetraborate and water.

 

Unwanted side effects such as a stinging sensation on insertion of the drops can occur in some people. Very occasionally other effects such as blurred vision, headache, drowsiness and increased redness of the eye have been reported. In certain sensitive individuals systemic effects may occur and can include irregular heart beat, headache, paleness and sweating.

 

Rebound congestion may follow prolonged frequent use. If you experience any pain, changes in vision, continued redness of the eye or if any unwanted effects worsen or last for more that 48 hours, consult your doctor.

 

You should carefully read all product packaging and labels prior to use