Patanase is a prescription medicine approved for treating nasal symptoms caused by seasonal allergies. This eMedTV segment describes the effects of Patanase, explains how it works, and offers general dosing information for the drug.
Throat pain, coughing, and post-nasal drip are common side effects of Patanase. Besides common side effects, this eMedTV Web page also lists less common but potentially serious Patanase side effects that require medical attention.
Patanase is used for relieving seasonal nasal allergy symptoms in adults and children ages 12 and up. This eMedTV article discusses Patanase uses in more detail, including a list of possible off-label uses for the nasal spray.
The usual Patanase dosage for treating nasal allergy symptoms is two sprays in each nostril twice daily. This eMedTV resource includes more detailed Patanase dosing information and provides tips on how to use the nasal spray.
Alcohol, barbiturates, and other antihistamines may cause Patanase drug interactions. As this eMedTV article explains, combining Patanase with any other medication that can cause drowsiness may further decrease your alertness while on Patanase.
Patanase can cause nosebleeds in some people. This eMedTV Web page lists other side effects or complications that may occur with Patanase. Warnings and precautions on who should not use Patanase nasal spray are also included in this article.
It is not known exactly what to expect from a Patanase (olopatadine nasal spray) overdose. This eMedTV resource describes treatment options for a Patanase overdose and explains what problems occurred when people overdosed on other antihistamines.
The full risks of using Patanase (olopatadine nasal spray) during pregnancy are not known at this time. This eMedTV offers a more in-depth look at Patanase and pregnancy, and explains what problems occurred when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
It is currently not known whether Patanase (olopatadine nasal spray) passes through breast milk. This eMedTV resource provides more information on Patanase and breastfeeding, and explains what problems may occur if the drug passes through breast milk.
At this time, Patanase (olopatadine nasal spray) is not available in generic form. This article from the eMedTV Web site explains why there are currently no generic Patanase products and explores when a generic version of Patanase may be available.
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