Azelastine Ophthalmic Solution

Generic name: azelastine hydrochloride
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution
Drug class:Ophthalmic antihistamines and decongestants

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Aug 1, 2021.

Azelastine Ophthalmic Solution Description

Azelastine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.05% is a sterile ophthalmic solution containing azelastine hydrochloride, a relatively selective H1-receptor antagonist for topical administration to the eyes. Azelastine hydrochloride is a white crystalline powder with a molecular weight of 418.37. Azelastine hydrochloride is sparingly soluble in water, methanol and propylene glycol, and slightly soluble in ethanol, octanol, and glycerine. Azelastine hydrochloride is a racemic mixture with a melting point of 225°C. The chemical name for azelastine hydrochloride is (±)-1-(2H)-phthalazinone,4-[(4-chlorophenyl)methyl]-2- (hexahydro-1-methyl-1H-azepin-4-yl)-, monohydrochloride and is represented by the following chemical structure:

Empirical chemical structure: C22H24ClN3O•HCl

Each mL of Azelastine Hydrochloride Ophthalmic Solution, 0.05% contains: Active: 0.5 mg azelastine hydrochloride, equivalent to ...