Medicines/Generics/Dorzolamide

Dorzolamide

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Overview

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.

Indications

Contraindications

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.

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.

Warnings

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

High Risk Groups

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

Adult Dosage

1 mg (1 (1)) 8 hourly Ophthalmic — - 2 % (2 (2)) 8 hourly Ophthalmic — drops.

Child Dosage

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Neonatal Dosage

( ) — Not recommended in this age group

Drug Interactions

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.

Storage

Eye Drops Store Below 40°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.