Can you use azelastine and prednisolone eye drops at the same time?

 Azelastine and Prednisolone eye drops can be used at the same time as both. Azelastine and Prednisone are used for treating eye inflammation and allergies.

Azelastine and Prednisolone have no known interactions. However, this does not necessarily mean there are no chances of interactions. Before making any decision, consult your doctor. You should take both of them together only under a doctor’s guidance.

Drug descriptions

 

 1.       Prednisolone Eye Drops

PrednisoloneEye Drop is a steroid medication. It is used to relieve redness and edema in the eyes caused by infection or allergies. It reduces redness, itching, and pain by preventing the production of inflammatory molecules in the body.

Prednisolone Eye Drop has been given to you by your doctor to treat eye redness and swelling (inflammation).

 

Side Effects of Prednisolone Eye Drops

Following the first few days of taking prednisolone eye drops, white crystals may form in the treated eye(s), although they normally disappear after a few weeks. This result is completely harmless. Continue your planned check-ups so that your doctor can keep a close watch on your eye infection. Inform your doctor right away if you experience any new or worsening eye symptoms, such as increased discharge or discomfort.

 

Common side effects of prednisolone eye drops

·         Dizziness

·         Irritation at the application site

·         Headache

·         Urticaria

·         Burning sensation

                         

2.       Azelast Eye Drops

AzelastEye Drops  fall under the antihistamine medication family and are used to treat allergy symptoms such as eye redness and irritation caused by allergic conjunctivitis. This medication is not recommended for kids under the age of three.

 

The most common side effects of this medication are brief eye irritation and a burning feeling after administration. If these side effects continue or if your condition worsens, see your doctor.  It may cause temporary blurring of your  vision after use, so do not drive until  your eyesight is clear.

 

Side effects of Azelast Eye Drops

A new fungal eye infection may develop if this drug is used frequently or for extended periods. It should only be used as prescribed. Call your doctor if your symptoms begin to change or get worse.

 

Azelast eye drops commonly cause side effects.

·         Dizziness

·         Irritation at the application site

·         Headache

·         Burning sensation

Precaution while taking eye drops

·         Even though you feel better, do not miss any doses and complete the whole course of therapy.

·         To prevent contamination, avoid touching the tip to any surface or your eyes or ears.

·         After your symptoms have reduced, you should continue taking the medication for another 48 hours.

·         Consult your doctor if your symptoms don't start to get better within two days of beginning therapy, if they worsen while you're receiving it, or if you get yet another ear or eye infection.

·         Throw away any medicine that remains at the end of the course.

·         To avoid dilution, wait at least 5 to 10 minutes before administering the following medication into the same eye.

·         While using contact lenses, avoid using this medicine.

·         When initially used, it might temporarily blur your vision. Drive carefully and take precautions when using machinery.

Diet and lifestyle suggestions to follow

·         You have to get at least six to eight hours of sleep per night to revitalize your eyes naturally.

·         You should wash your eyes with clean water at least two or three times every day. If you have undergone eye surgery, wait at least two weeks before cleaning your eyes.

·         Take care of your health by eating a well-balanced diet, exercising regularly, and getting enough rest.

·         Wash your hands frequently.

·         Avoid rubbing your eyes.

·         You shouldn't share eyeliner, mascara, or kohl.

·         Always wipe your cheeks and eyes with fresh tissues or towels.

·         Clean and change your contact lenses more regularly if you wear them. Never lend out your contacts to anyone. Always wash your hands before and after putting in and taking out contact lenses.

·         Don't spend too much time looking at digital screens.

·         Blink often to help hydrate elements like mucus and tears flow throughout the eyes.

APPLICATION  

·         Make a pocket by gently pulling the lower eyelid with your index finger.

·         Squeeze the recommended dose of drops into the pocket of the lower eyelid.

·         If you missed a dose of the eye drops, take it as soon as you can.

·         If your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dosage and continue your normal schedule. Don't increase the dosage.

DISEASE GLOSSARY

·         Bacterial eye infection

Bacterial eye infections happen when bacteria enter any area of the eyeball or its surrounding tissues, such as the cornea (the clear front surface of the eye) and conjunctiva (the delicate membrane covering the outer and inner eyelids).

 

Symptoms of a bacterial eye infection include red eyes, irritation, swelling, watery eyes, itching, and blurred vision.

 

When symptoms are moderate, it is usually possible to make a diagnosis of bacterial eye infections without seeing a doctor, and the infection can be cured at home. However, if there is any doubt or concern about the condition, or if the symptoms are severe, it is necessary to consult a doctor.

 

A doctor will assess the person's medical history and check whether anyone they know has recently had an eye infection. They will check the eyes and assess the signs and symptoms to rule out acute viral conjunctivitis, allergic conjunctivitis, and more serious eye disorders, including uveitis.

 

Mild bacterial conjunctivitis frequently resolves on its own without causing any problems. However, the infection can lead to significant problems in a limited percentage of severe cases, such as corneal ulcers in the eyes and vision impairment.

 

·         Bacterial conjunctivitis

Bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye) is a condition caused by inflammation and irritation of the mucous membrane of the eye (conjunctiva). Symptoms include red eyes, discharge, irritation, a burning or stinging feeling, and crying eyes.

 

The majority of mild bacterial conjunctivitis infections go away entirely without developing any issues. However, in a few severe cases, the infection might result in serious issues such as corneal ulcers and damage to the eyes.

 

Your doctor could prescribe an antibiotic for bacterial conjunctivitis, which is typically applied externally as eye drops or cream. The use of antibiotics may assist in reducing the duration of an infection, reducing its severity, and stopping it from spreading. Antibiotics may be required with the release (PUS).

 

·         Glaucoma

The optic nerve transmits visual information from your eye to your brain and is essential for normal eyesight. It's common for excessive eye pressure to cause damage to the optic nerve. However, glaucoma can occur even with normal eye pressure.

Glaucoma can develop at any age, although it is more common in older adults. It's one of the primary causes of blindness in adults over 60.

Many types of glaucoma have no symptoms. Because the effect is so gradual, you may not detect a change in vision until the problem has advanced.

Conclusion

While Azelastine and Prednisolone eye drops show no harmful interactions and can be used together, do not mix them on your own. Consult your doctor to avoid any complications.

Azelastine and Prednisolone have no known interactions. However, this does not necessarily mean there are no chances of interactions. You should take both of them together only under a doctor’s guidance.