EFFECTIVE, TARGETED HAYFEVER RELIEF
Up to
12 HOUR control.2
RAPID ACTING Within
Minutes1,2
Eyezep® Eye Drops
EYEZEP is a non-drowsy antihistamine which contains the active ingredient azelastine hydrochloride and is used for the treatment and prevention of seasonal and non-seasonal allergic conjunctivitis, caused by allergies, such as to pollen (hay fever) or house dust mites.
The effects are red, itchy and/ or watery eyes, sometimes together with sneezing or a runny, itchy or blocked nose.1
Effective, targeted hayfever relief
Eyezep® Eye Drops is available in pharmacies without a script.
Buy it online or in-store at a pharmacy near you.
Product Information
Product overview
Effective relief of red, itchy eyes, allergy eyes2,3
- Provides relief within 10 to 20 minutes
- Long-lasting effects up to 12 hours
- Antihistamine eye drops
Suitable for
Allergy eye sufferers:
- Adults
- Children 4 years and older
Ingredients
Active ingredient: Azelastine hydrochloride 0.05% (each spray contains 14 µg of azelastine as hydrochloride)
Other ingredients:
- Hypromellose
- Disodium edetate
- Benzalkonium chloride
- Sorbitol solution 70%
- Sodium hydroxide
- Water for injections
How to use
- Step 1: Wash your hands. Tilt your head back and gently pull your lower eyelid down to form a pouch.
- Step 2: Carefully squeeze one drop into the eyelid pouch. Take care not to let the dropper touch your eye.
- Step 3: Release your eyelid and gently press on the inner corner of your eye near your nose. Close the eye gently. Blot away any excess medication.
Repeat for the other eye.
Dosing for adults and children 4 years and older:
Use one drop in each eye every 12 hours as needed.
This can be increased to one drop four times daily if required.
Pack sizes
6 mL bottle with a dropper attachment (180 eye drops)
Warnings
- If you have an allergy to any of the ingredients listed
- For children under 4 years, unless directed by the child’s doctor
- For longer than 4 weeks after the bottle was first opened.
Check with your doctor if:1
- You wear contact lenses
- You have kidney disease
- You have allergies to any other substances, such as foods, preservatives or dyes
- You are pregnant or breastfeeding or intend to become pregnant or breastfeed.
FAQs
What are Eyezep® Eye Drops used for?
Eyezep® Eye Drops can be used to treat and help prevent allergy eyes.
This means you can use Eyezep® Eye Drops if you already have allergy eye symptoms like red, itchy or watery eyes.
You can also help prevent allergy eyes by using the drops before exposure to an allergen.
Can I use Eyezep® Eye Drops and Azep® Nasal Spray together?
Yes, they can be used together for the relief of nasal hayfever symptoms and red, itchy allergy eyes.
Azep® Nasal Spray and Eyezep® Eye Drops contain the same antihistamine in different formulations.
Where can I buy Eyezep® Eye Drops?
Eyezep® Eye Drops are available in pharmacies. No doctor’s prescription is required. Buy online or in-store at a pharmacy near you.
How long can I use Eyezep® Eye Drops?
You can use the drops for up to 6 weeks at a time. Consult your doctor if your symptoms have not cleared up after 6 weeks.
Discard 4 weeks after the bottle is first opened.
How do I store Eyezep® Eye Drops?
Keep in a cool dry place below 30°C.
Do not put Eyezep® Eye Drops in the fridge.
Where can I find more information about Eyezep® Eye Drops?
For more information about Eyezep® Eye Drops speak with your doctor or pharmacist or download the Eyezep® Consumer Medicine Information.
References
- Eyezep® Consumer Medicine Information.
- Eyezep® Product Information.
- Williams P, et al. Clinical Opthamology2010;4: 993-1001.