Dorzolamide
About Dorzolamide
Dorzolamide is used to lower high pressure inside your eye. Glaucoma is an eye condition in which the optic nerve is damaged, resulting in increased eye pressure; if left untreated, it can lead to permanent blindness.
Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, which lowers the pressure in your eye by decreasing the production of fluid inside the eye.
You may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorzolamide are temporary and gradually resolve over time. However, if you are still experiencing any of the side effects, please consult your doctor.
Dorzolamide is for external use only. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid infection. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dorzolamide, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorzolamide.
You should not stop using Dorzolamide suddenly, as it may increase eye pressure or cause serious side effects. Inform your doctor if you are having any allergic reactions. Before starting, check with your doctor if you have dry eyes, cornea problems, or liver disease, and do not use any other eye medicines with Dorzolamide unless your doctor advises it. Use the Dorzolamide only in the affected eye, and try not to get it in your other eye.
Uses of Dorzolamide
Medicinal Benefits
- Dorzolamide helps to reduce pressure inside the eye, especially in conditions like glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, which is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.
- It is primarily used to treat high pressure in the eye. It works by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure.
- By lowering eye pressure, Dorzolamide helps to protect the optic nerve and reduces the risk of gradual vision loss.
- It helps to prevent the gradual loss of vision or eyesight by lowering the increased pressure in the eyes.
Directions for Use
- Follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration.
- Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
- Replace the outer cap after use.
- Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids, or surrounding areas, as it may contaminate Dorzolamide.
Storage
Side Effects of Dorzolamide
- Blurred vision
- Burning sensation
- Bitter taste in the mouth
Drug Warnings
- Do not take Dorzolamide if you are allergic to Dorzolamide or anyother components present in it.
- Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, products that contain aspirin, and vitamins.
- If you have a kidney, dry eye, cornea, or liver problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Dorzolamide, as a dose adjustment may be required.
- Avoid touching the tip of the dropper to your eye or any surface to keep it clean.
- If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior.
- If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dorzolamide, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorzolamide.
- Wash your hands properly before using Dorzolamide to avoid any infection.
- Do not stop using it suddenly without talking to your doctor, as this can increase eye pressure.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Dorzolamide may interact with blood thinners (aspirin), other glaucoma medications (acetazolamide), muscle weakness medication (dichlorphenamide), anti-epileptic medication (topiramate), analgesics (sodium salicylate).
Drug-Food Interactions: Dorzolamide interacts with non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had liver or kidney disease, dry eyes, urinary obstruction, porphyria (liver disorder), hypersensitivity reactions, cornea problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafeAlcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Dorzolamide. But intake of alcohol with Dorzolamide may damage your liver. So intake of Dorzolamide should be avoided with Dorzolamide.
Pregnancy
consult your doctorIt is not known whether Dorzolamide can affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby, so consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctorIt is not known if Dorzolamide passes into breast milk. If you are breastfeeding or planning to, talk to your doctor. They will tell you whether it’s safe to use Dorzolamide while breastfeeding.
Driving
unsafeDorzolamide can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery that requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
cautionDorzolamide to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionDorzolamide to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
safe if prescribedDorzolamide can be given to children, but under child specialist medical supervision.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid alcoholic beverages with Dorzolamide as they can make you dehydrated and affect the eye pressure.
- Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oils like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
- A diet including green and leafy vegetables and fruits helps to lower eye pressure.
- Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important.
- Fruits and vegetables that contain vitamins A and C help to improve vision and recover from the disease.
Special Advise
- Keep regular check-ups to monitor your eye pressure and overall eye health.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Glaucoma: It is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally. If not treated, it can lead to loss of vision. It is a major cause of blindness in people who are above the age of 60 years.
Ocular hypertension: It is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal without any damage to vision or the optic nerve, usually caused by reduced fluid drainage, overproduction of eye fluid, eye injuries, or certain medications. If left untreated, it can lead to glaucoma and permanent vision loss.
FAQs
Dorzolamide is used to treat increased pressure in the eye. It helps to prevent the gradual loss of vision or eyesight by lowering the increased pressure in the eyes.
Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. As a result, it effectively treats glaucoma.
If you miss a dose of Dorzolamide, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Do not stop taking Dorzolamide without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Dorzolamide, you may experience increased eye pressure. It can also lead to loss of sight. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.
You should inform your doctor if you are undergoing dental surgery, and he might stop the use of Dorzolamide before the surgery.
No, Dorzolamide should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.
Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. As a result, it effectively treats glaucoma.
The peak effect of dorzolamide occurs about two hours after administration. The effects last for at least eight hours. However, the effects may not be immediately visible.
No, you should not refrigerate Dorzolamide. Instead, you should store it at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. You should also keep it out of reach of children.
Remove your contact lenses before instilling dorzolamide eye drops and put them back in at least 15 minutes later.
Common side effects of Dorzolamide may include stinging, burning, or discomfort in the eye after inserting the drops, bitter taste after inserting the drops, sensitivity to light, upset stomach, and vomiting.
Dorzolamide is intended to control glaucoma but does not cure it.
In rare cases, Dorzolamide may cause serious side effects such as itching eyes, redness or swelling of the eyes, watery eyes, dryness, or a skin rash. If you experience these symptoms, stop using dorzolamide eye drops and consult your doctor immediately.
Dorzolamide can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery, driving a car, or riding a bike, which requires concentration, should be avoided.
Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.
Dorzolamide is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
