PATADAY NOW AVAILABLE OVER THE COUNTER

Alcon announced that Pataday Once Daily Relief (olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.2%) and Pataday Twice Daily Relief (olopatadine hydrochloride ophthalmic solution 0.1%) have been approved by the FDA for sale over-the-counter (OTC) in the United States. 

Pataday Once Daily Relief and Pataday Twice Daily Relief are indicated for the temporary relief of itchy eyes due to pollen, ragweed, grass, animal hair and dander for ages 2 and older. Pataday Twice Daily Relief is also indicated for the temporary relief of red eyes. Since 2008, over 40 million prescriptions have been written for olopatadine, the active ingredient in Pataday.

U.S. commercial availability of Pataday Once Daily Relief and Pataday Twice Daily Relief will begin March 2 in time for the start of spring allergy season, and will be available in all major drug, food and mass market retailers, as well as through online retailers.