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What is Opcon-A and why is it prescribed? Opcon-A is an eyedrop containing both a decongestant and an antihistamine used to relieve itchy, red eyes caused by ragweed, pollen, and animal hair. If Opcon-A causes changes in your vision, be careful when driving or performing other tasks that could be hazardous. How should you take Opcon-A? Follow your doctors directions for taking Opcon-A. Remove contact lenses before administering Opcon-A. Do not use the solution if it becomes cloudy or changes color. To administer the eyedrops, follow these steps: (1) Wash your hands thoroughly, (2) Gently pull your lower eyelid down to form a pocket between your eye and the lid, (3) Hold the eyedrop bottle on your forehead or the bridge of your nose, (4) Do not touch the applicator tip to your eye or any other surface, (5) Tilt your head back and squeeze the medication into your eye, (6) Close your eyes gently and keep them closed for a minute or two, and (7) Do not rinse the dropper. Use Opcon-A only as needed. Store Opcon-A at room temperature in a tightly closed bottle. Protect it from light. Are there any Opcon-A side effects? Opcon-A side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Aside from temporarily enlarging your pupils, Opcon-A is unlikely to cause side effects. However, overuse can cause reddening of the eyes. What are the possible food and drug interactions when taking Opcon-A? If Opcon-A is taken with certain other drugs, the effects of either could be increased, decreased, or altered. Be sure to inform your doctor of all the prescription and over the counter medications you are taking. No interactions have been reported. Are there any special warnings about Opcon-A? Contact your doctor before giving Opcon-A to infants or children under 6 years of age. Swallowing Opcon-A can cause stupor or coma and a serious drop in body temperature in an infant or child. If your eyes hurt or continue to be red or irritated, if you experience changes in vision, if your eyes get worse, or if the itching and redness last more than 72 hours, stop using Opcon-A and call your doctor. |
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