azopt drop 5 ml

Highlights

• Azopt eye drops are used, either alone or in combination with other eye drops/medicines, to lower high pressure inside the eye(s) and to treat open-angle glaucoma or hypertension (high pressure) in the eye

Description

Azopt Drop 5 ml

• Azopt eye drops contains brinzolamide which belongs to the group of medicines called ophthamic anti-glaucoma agents.
• Brinzolamide reduces pressure within the eye. It works by blocking the action of an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase, that causes pressure within the eye to raise. As a result, it decreases the elevated pressure within the eye and provides relief from unpleasant symptoms (such as eye pain, headache, or blurred vision).

Directions For Use

• When used as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy, the dose is 1 drop of azopt eye drops in the conjunctival sac of the affected eye(s) twice daily. Some patients may have a better response with 1 drop 3 times a day.
• Tilt your head slightly and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Instil few drops of the medicine into the affected eye(s).
• Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute.
• Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surface to avoid contamination.

Warnings

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding or are planning a pregnancy consult your doctor before receiving this medication.
• It is for ophthalmic use only. Do not swallow.

Precautions

• Azopt eye drops is not recommended for use in patients with kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with liver problems, dry eyes, or corneal problems.
• If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying azopt eye drops and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Do not stop using without consulting your doctor, because premature discontinuation can further increase the pressure within the eye.