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Article: Effects of Olopatadine on Ocular Mast Cell Stabilization
- Article from:
- Ophthalmology Times
- Article date:
- August 15, 2005
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INTRODUCTION
Ocular itching accompanied by noticeable redness, chemosis, eye lid swelling and tearing are the most common signs and symptoms of seasonal allergic conjunctivitis (SAC). These symptoms can become so bothersome that they may interfere with work, school, or other tasks of daily living. The key to offering complete relief is to deliver a therapy that can effectively manage and relieve all the signs and symptoms of SAC. Current evidence suggests that this can be achieved with antihistaminic action combined with potent mast cell stabilization. Such topical therapeutic options in this 'multi-action' category for SAC include ketotifen, epinastine, azelastine and olopatadine. However, ...
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