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About Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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.

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

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml. You may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, or liver disease. Also, Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml does not stop Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml without consulting your doctor.

Uses of Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

Glaucoma (increased pressure in eyes)

Medicinal Benefits

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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. Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml to avoid any infection.

Drug Interactions

Drug-drug interactions: Dorsenz Eye Drop 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: Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 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.

About Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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.

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

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml. You may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, or liver disease. Also, Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml does not stop Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml without consulting your doctor.

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Uses of Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

Glaucoma (increased pressure in eyes)

Medicinal Benefits

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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. Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Side Effects of Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml

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

Directions for Use

Dorsenz Eye Drop 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

Drug Warnings

Do not take Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 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 Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Dorsenz Eye Drop 5 ml to avoid any infection.

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • ASPIRIN
  • ACETAZOLAMIDE
  • TOPIRAMATE
  • DICHLOROPHENAMIDE
  • SODIUM SALICYCLATE

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Dorsenz Eye Drop 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.

Habit Forming

No

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.

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