Alovent 5mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Alovent 5mg Tablet

Olopatadine(5mg)

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Alovent 5mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.
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CAUTION
Do not drink alcohol while you are taking this medicine. Alovent 5mg Tablet may cause excessive drowsiness when taken with alcohol.
UNSAFE
Alovent 5mg Tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Alovent 5mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. It should be used only if the expected benefit outweighs the potential risk. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

SALT INFORMATION FOR Alovent 5mg Tablet

Olopatadine(5mg)

Alovent tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of allergic conditions.

How alovent tablet works

Alovent 5mg Tablet is an antihistaminic medication. It treats allergy symptoms such as itching, swelling, and rashes by blocking the effects of a chemical messenger (histamine) in the body.

Common side effects of alovent tablet

Sleepiness, Weakness, Dryness in mouth, Stomach pain, Abnormal liver function tests

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Expert advice FOR Alovent Tablet

  • Use Olopatadine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not use it more often or for longer than recommended.
  • Olopatadine provides relief from itching, redness, and watering caused by allergies, but it won’t help with infections.
  • If you experience persistent irritation, swelling, or worsening redness, stop using it and consult your doctor.
  • Store it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and discard it if it changes color or becomes cloudy.

Frequently asked questions FOR Alovent 5mg Tablet

Olopatadine

Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Alovent 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
Q. How do we take Alovent 5mg Tablet?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Alovent 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching conditions. Such type of condition is termed chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
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Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Alovent 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for a full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.
Q. Is Alovent 5mg Tablet a steroid?
No, Alovent 5mg Tablet is not a steroid. It belongs to a group of medicines called antihistamines. Alovent 5mg Tablet is an anti-allergy medicine which helps to reduce allergic symptoms.
Q. Is Alovent 5mg Tablet effective?
Alovent 5mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Alovent 5mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet cause eye irritation?
Usually, Alovent 5mg Tablet does not cause eye irritation. Infact, it helps in reducing the inflammation and irritation in the eye. However, in some cases, patients may experience eye irritation, abnormal eye sensation and eye discomfort.
Q. Can a child use Alovent 5mg Tablet?
Alovent 5mg Tablet can be used in children above 3 years of age at the same dose as in adults. However, the safety of children under 3 years of age with Alovent 5mg Tablet have not been established. Therefore, the use of Alovent 5mg Tablet should be avoided in children of such age group.
Q. Does Alovent 5mg Tablet make you sleepy?
Usually, using Alovent 5mg Tablet does not make you sleepy. However, in some cases there are chances that it may cause sleepiness. It is important to know that if other anti-allergic medications are taken orally along with this medication then they may make you sleepy. Avoid driving or performing work on heavy machinery work if you feel sleepy. Contact your doctor if the medicine makes you uneasy.
Q. How long can you use Alovent 5mg Tablet?
The Alovent 5mg Tablet should be instilled in the affected eye(s) with one drop twice daily. The duration of treatment with Alovent 5mg Tablet will depend upon the disease condition, its severity, and the response of the patient to the treatment. The medicine can be given for as long as four months if considered necessary. However, the exact duration is decided by your doctor.
Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be used in sneezing and running nose?
Alovent 5mg Tablet can be used in a condition called allergic rhinitis which causes allergic inflammation of the nose. The medicine helps in controlling the symptoms like sneezing and running the nose. It can also be given in conditions associated with skin disorders like hives and itch.
Q. How do we take Alovent 5mg Tablet?
Take this medicine only when it is prescribed by your doctor and follow the instructions as directed. Usually, one tablet is prescribed to be taken twice daily in the morning and after dinner. The exact dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor.
Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be taken for a long-term itching condition?
Yes, Alovent 5mg Tablet can be taken in long-term itching condition. Such type of condition is termed as chronic urticaria. Before starting this medication you should get your itchy condition diagnosed. The doctor will then suggest the appropriate dose and duration of the medication.
Q. Can Alovent 5mg Tablet be taken in hay fever?
Yes, Alovent 5mg Tablet can be used in the condition like hay fever caused by pollen grains also called pollinosis. However, if you have hay fever contact your doctor before starting this medication. Usually, in case of pollinosis, the medication should be taken for full season of pollen to prevent recurrence of the condition.

Content on this page was last updated on 02 December, 2025, by Dr. Sachin Gupta (MD Pharmacology, MBBS)