ALLERGODIL 0.5 MG/ML EYE DROPS SOLUTION 1 BOTTLE OF 6 ML

Name
ALLERGODIL 0.5 mg/ml eye drops, solution
Azelastine hydrochloride


What is it and what is it used for?
Allergodil contains the active substance azelastine hydrochloride, which belongs to a group of medicines called antiallergics (antihistamines). Antihistamines work by preventing the effects of substances such as histamine, which the body produces following an allergic reaction. Allergodil has been shown to reduce eye inflammation.

Allergodil can be used to treat and prevent eye problems caused by hay fever (seasonal allergic conjunctivitis) in adults and children aged 4 years and over.

Allergodil can be used for eye problems caused by an allergy to substances such as dust mites or animal hair (perennial allergic conjunctivitis), in adults and children aged 12 years and over.

Contact your doctor if you do not feel better or if you feel worse after 2 days.

Allergodil is not indicated in the treatment of eye infections.


What you need to know before taking the medicine
Do not use Allergodil:
• if you are allergic to azelastine hydrochloride or any of the other ingredients of this medicine (listed in section 6).


Warnings and precautions
Talk to your doctor or pharmacist before using Allergodil
- if you're not sure whether your eye problems are caused by an allergy. In particular, if only one eye is affected; if your vision is impaired; or if your eye burns but you have no symptoms in your nose, you may have an infection rather than an allergy;
- if the symptoms worsen or last more than 48 hours without noticeable improvement despite the use of Allergodil;
- if you wear contact lenses.

Children and adolescents
For the treatment of eye problems caused by hay fever (seasonal allergic conjunctivitis): Do not give this medicine to children under 4 years of age, as its safety and effectiveness have not been demonstrated.

For the treatment of eye disorders caused by an allergy (non-seasonal (perennial) allergic conjunctivitis): Do not give this medicine to children under 12 years of age, because its safety and effectiveness have not been demonstrated.


Possible side effects
Like all medicines, this medicine can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them.

These effects include:
• Common (may affect up to 1 in 10 people): mild irritation (burning, itching, watering) in the eyes after applying Allergodil. It should not last long.
• Uncommon (may affect up to 1 in 100 people): bitter taste in the mouth. This should go away quickly, especially if you sip a soft drink.
• Very rare (may affect up to 1 in 10,000 people): allergic reaction (such as rash and itching).

Reporting of side effects
If you experience any side effects, including any not listed in this leaflet, talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You can also report side effects directly via the national reporting system at: https://www.aifa.gov.it/content/segnalazionireazioni-avverse .
By reporting side effects you can help provide more information on the safety of this medicine.