Dorzolamide ophthalmic

Generic name: Dorzolamide Ophthalmic
Brand names: Trusopt
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (2%; 2% preservative-free)
Drug class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Usage of Dorzolamide ophthalmic

Dorzolamide ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Dorzolamide ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Dorzolamide ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction (hives, difficult breathing, swelling in your face or throat) or a severe skin reaction (fever, sore throat, burning eyes, skin pain, red or purple skin rash with blistering and peeling).

Serious side effects can occur if dorzolamide ophthalmic is absorbed into your bloodstream.

This medicine may cause serious side effects. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

  • swelling or redness of your eyelids;
  • sensitivity to light; or
  • signs of eye infection--swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage.

    • Common side effects of dorzolamide ophthalmic may include:

  • burning or stinging in your eye;
  • mild eye discomfort; or
  • a bitter taste in your mouth.

    • 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.

    Before taking Dorzolamide ophthalmic

    You should not use dorzolamide ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.

    Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

  • a sulfa drug allergy;
  • narrow-angle glaucoma;
  • kidney disease; or
  • liver disease.

    • Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

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    How to use Dorzolamide ophthalmic

    Usual Adult Dose for Intraocular Hypertension:

    One drop in the affected eye(s) three times a dayComments:-This drug may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure.-If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.Use: Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

    Usual Adult Dose for Glaucoma (Open Angle):

    One drop in the affected eye(s) three times a dayComments:-This drug may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure.-If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.Use: Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

    Usual Pediatric Dose for Intraocular Hypertension:

    Safety and effectiveness have been demonstrated in pediatric patients in a 3-month, multicenter, double-masked, active-treatment-controlled trial:One drop in the affected eye(s) three times a dayComments:-This drug may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure.-If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.Use: Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

    Usual Pediatric Dose for Glaucoma (Open Angle):

    Safety and effectiveness have been demonstrated in pediatric patients in a 3-month, multicenter, double-masked, active-treatment-controlled trial:One drop in the affected eye(s) three times a dayComments:-This drug may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure.-If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least 5 minutes apart.Use: Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

    Warnings

    Use only as directed. Tell your doctor if you use other medicines or have other medical conditions or allergies.

    What other drugs will affect Dorzolamide ophthalmic

    Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially glaucoma medications taken by mouth.

    Other drugs may affect dorzolamide ophthalmic, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Tell your doctor about all other medicines you use.

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