Dorzolamide
About
Dorzolamide 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.
Dorzolamide contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. Dorzolamide should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.
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 may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorzolamide 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 Dorzolamide 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 Dorzolamide abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Dorzolamide if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Dorzolamide if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, or liver disease. Also, Dorzolamide does not stop Dorzolamide abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Dorzolamide without consulting your doctor.
Uses of Dorzolamide
Medicinal Benefits
Dorzolamide 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. Dorzolamide should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Dorzolamide
- Blurred vision
- Burning sensation
- Bitter taste in the mouth
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Dorzolamide 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 Dorzolamide 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 Dorzolamide, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorzolamide. Wash your hands properly before using Dorzolamide to avoid any infection.
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
cautionAlcohol 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
cautionDorzolamide is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It may affect pregnant women or foetus. Hence, intake of Dorzolamide should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.
Breast Feeding
cautionDorzolamide is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Dorzolamide absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, should not be taken while breastfeeding.
Driving
unsafeDorzolamide can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which 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. Dorzolamide is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.
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 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.
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.
FAQs
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.
