What Is Epinastine Ophthalmic Solution?
Epinastine ophthalmic solution (
Elestat®) is a prescription eye drop used for the prevention of itchy eyes due to eye
allergies (known medically as allergic conjunctivitis).
As with any medicine, epinastine ophthalmic solution can cause side effects.
However, not everyone who takes the drug will experience bothersome side effects. Most people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider. Serious side effects are less common.
Possible side effects of epinastine ophthalmic solution include, but are not limited to:
- A sore throat
- Eye redness
- Eye itching
- Tiny bumps on the inner surface of the eyelid (folliculosis).