Patanol and Seborrhoeic dermatitis - a phase IV clinical study of FDA data

Summary:

Seborrhoeic dermatitis is reported as a side effect among people who take Patanol (olopatadine hydrochloride), especially for people who are male, 40-49 old, have been taking the drug for 1 - 6 months also take Dolutegravir, and have Seasonal allergy.

The phase IV clinical study analyzes which people have Seborrhoeic dermatitis when taking Patanol. It is created by eHealthMe based on reports of 5,294 people who have side effects when taking Patanol from the FDA, and is updated regularly.

What is Patanol?

Patanol has active ingredients of olopatadine hydrochloride. It is often used in allergies. eHealthMe is studying from 5,339 Patanol users. Check the latest studies of Patanol.

What is Seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Seborrhoeic dermatitis (a common, inflammatory skin condition that causes flaky, white to yellowish scales to form on oily areas such as the scalp) is found to be associated with 360 drugs and 513 conditions by eHealthMe. Check the latest studies of Seborrhoeic dermatitis.

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On Sep, 01, 2026

5,294 people reported to have side effects when taking Patanol.
Among them, 11 people (0.21%) have Seborrhoeic dermatitis.

Could Patanol cause Seborrhoeic dermatitis?

Among these 11 people:

How long have people been on Patanol when they have Seborrhoeic dermatitis? *

What is the gender of people who have Seborrhoeic dermatitis when taking Patanol? *

female: 50 %
male: 50 %

What is the age of people who have Seborrhoeic dermatitis when taking Patanol? *

What are other drugs people take besides Patanol? *

What are other side effects people have besides Seborrhoeic dermatitis? *

High Blood Pressure: 8 people, 72.73%
Conjunctivitis Bacterial (infection of conjunctiva by bacteria): 7 people, 63.64%
Pharyngitis Bacterial (inflammation of the pharynx, causing a sore throat due to bacterial infection): 7 people, 63.64%
Hyperuricaemia (level of uric acid in the blood that is abnormally high): 6 people, 54.55%
Vaginitis Bacterial (inflammation of the vagina caused by bacterial infection): 2 people, 18.18%
Hypocalcaemia (levels of calcium in blood serum are abnormally low): 2 people, 18.18%
Bronchitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane in the bronchial tubes): 2 people, 18.18%
Costochondritis (chest wall pain): 2 people, 18.18%
Dry Eyes (lack of adequate tears): 2 people, 18.18%
Dry Skin: 2 people, 18.18%

What are the existing conditions these people have? *

Seasonal Allergy (allergic condition due to certain season): 9 people, 81.82%
Hiv Infection: 7 people, 63.64%
Vaginitis Bacterial (inflammation of the vagina caused by bacterial infection): 2 people, 18.18%
Vaginal Infection: 2 people, 18.18%
Costochondritis (chest wall pain): 2 people, 18.18%
Dry Eyes (lack of adequate tears): 2 people, 18.18%
Dysmenorrhea (painful menstruation): 2 people, 18.18%
Gastric Ulcer (stomach ulcer): 2 people, 18.18%
Headache (pain in head): 2 people, 18.18%
Hyperkeratosis (thickening of the outer layer of the skin): 2 people, 18.18%

* Approximation only. Some reports may have incomplete information.

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How the study uses the data?

The study uses data from the FDA. It is based on olopatadine hydrochloride (the active ingredients of Patanol) and Patanol (the brand name). Other drugs that have the same active ingredients (e.g. generic drugs) are not considered. Dosage of drugs is not considered in the study.

How to use the study?

DO NOT STOP MEDICATIONS without first consulting your doctor. If there are any serious or long term adverse effects discovered in the study, discuss the study with your doctor to ensure that proper medication management will be in place if applicable.

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