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Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml

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Consume Type

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy

Not Returnable

for this medicine

About Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to a class of eye-related medicine called 'antiglaucoma' primarily 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. Glaucoma is an eye problem in which the optic nerve is damaged, thereby leading to increased eye pressure, and if left untreated, it can lead to permanent blindness.

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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 Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml. You may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

Put Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml in your eyes only if the doctor has prescribed you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, or liver disease. Also, Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml does not stop Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor.

Uses of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml

Glaucoma (increased pressure in eyes)

Medicinal Benefits

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, which is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It is primarily used in treating the high pressure of the eye. It works by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure. Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning sensation
  • Bitter taste in the mouth

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to dorzolamide, other antibiotics, or sulfa drugs. 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 Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml as a dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml to avoid any infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with blood thinners (aspirin), other glaucoma medications (acetazolamide), muscle weakness medication (dichlorphenamide), anti-epileptic medication (topiramate), analgesics (sodium salicylate).

Drug-Food Interactions: Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • ACETAZOLAMIDE
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • DICHLOROPHENAMIDE
  • SODIUM SALICYCLATE

Habit Forming

No

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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 oil 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 which contain Vitamin A and C help to improve vision and recover from the disease.

Special Advise

Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye pressure.

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.

Country of origin

India
Other Info - DOR0197

FAQs

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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 Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml, 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 Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml, 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 Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml before the surgery.
No, Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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.

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml. But intake of alcohol with Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml may damage your liver. So intake of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided with Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It may affect pregnant women or foetus. Hence, intake of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, should not be taken while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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.

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Kidney

Caution

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml 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.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml can be given to children but under child specialist medical supervision. Dorfort Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.

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