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General Medication Fact Sheet for Elestat Eye Drops
| Field | Information |
|---|---|
| Medication Name | Elestat Eye Drops |
| Generic Name | Epinastine Hydrochloride |
| Purpose | Relief of itching associated with allergic conjunctivitis |
| Mechanism of Action | Histamine H1 receptor antagonist; inhibits the release of histamine from mast cells |
| Dosage Forms | Ophthalmic solution (eye drops) |
| Available Strengths | 0.05% |
| Dosage Frequency | One drop in each affected eye twice daily |
| Common Side Effects | Burning or stinging, eye redness, itching, blurred vision, dry eyes |
| Serious Side Effects | Severe allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling, severe dizziness, trouble breathing) |
| Drug Interactions | No significant drug interactions reported with ophthalmic use |
| Important Notes | Remove contact lenses before using; wait at least 10 minutes before reinserting. Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface to avoid contamination. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from moisture and light. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use. |
| Missed Dose | Use as soon as you remember. If it’s close to your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Ketotifen (Zaditor), Olopatadine (Pataday), Alcaftadine (Lastacaft), Bepotastine (Bepreve) |
Elestat Eye Drops Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Ketotifen (Zaditor) | Histamine H1 receptor antagonist and mast cell stabilizer | Available over-the-counter; may take several days for full effect. |
| Olopatadine (Pataday) | Histamine H1 receptor antagonist and mast cell stabilizer | Available in different strengths and dosing frequencies. Some formulations are available over-the-counter. |
| Alcaftadine (Lastacaft) | Histamine H1 receptor antagonist | Prescription eye drop used once daily. |
| Bepotastine (Bepreve) | Histamine H1 receptor antagonist | Prescription eye drop used twice daily. |
Elestat Eye Drops Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Burning or stinging | Severe allergic reaction (rash, hives, swelling of the face/throat, difficulty breathing) |
| Eye redness | Difficulty breathing |
| Itching | Severe dizziness |
| Blurred vision | Severe or worsening eye pain |
| Dry eyes | Significant changes in vision |
Elestat Eye Drops Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allergic Conjunctivitis | One drop in each affected eye | One drop in each affected eye twice daily | Remove contact lenses before using; wait 10 minutes before reinserting. |
Elestat Eye Drops Price With And Without Insurance
| Purchase Context | Estimated Price |
|---|---|
| With Insurance | $20 – $50 |
| Without Insurance (U.S.) | $180 – $250 |
| From CPS | $59.35 |
