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What is Prescribing information?

The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.

Emadine Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage

EMADINE® (emedastine difumarate ophthalmic solution) 0.05% is indicated for the temporary relief of the signs and symptoms of allergic conjunctivitis.

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What is Patient information?

Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.

Emadine Patient Information: Side Effects

Serious side effects are not expected to occur with the use of emedastine ophthalmic.

Commonly, some eye burning, irritation, itching, dryness, other eye discomfort, or blurred vision may occur. Headache and a bad taste in the mouth have also been reported.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about emedastine ophthalmic (Emadine)?

Do not touch the drop...

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What is Consumer information?

A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.

Emadine Consumer Information: Uses

Emedastine is used to relieve redness, itching, and swelling of the eyes from allergies (allergic conjunctivitis). This medication is an antihistamine. It works by blocking certain natural substances (histamines) that cause allergic symptoms.

Do not use this medication to treat redness and irritation from wearing contact lenses.

HOW TO USE: To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.

Remove contact lenses before using this medication because it c...

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