Uses of Dorzox Eye Drop
Dorzox Eye Drop Dorzolamide 5 ml is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes. This pressure can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma.
Dorzox Eye Drop is used as an adjuvant therapy (to beta-blockers) or as monotherapy (in patients non responsive to beta-blockers or in whom beta-blockers are contraindicated) to treat elevated intraocular pressure (increased fluid pressure inside the eye) in patients with ocular hypertension, open-angle glaucoma, or pseudo-exfoliative glaucoma (clogging due to flaky dandruff-like material that peels off the outer layer of the lens of the eye, raises pressure in the eye).
How Dorzox Eye Drop works
Dorzox Eye Drop belongs to a class of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the enzyme carbonic anhydrase thereby causing a reduction in the fluid pressure in the eye.
Common side effects of Dorzox Eye Drop
nausea, Burning and stinging of the eyes, sore eye and blurred vision, conjunctivitis, and fatigue., bitter taste, headache, irritation/ inflammation of the eyelid
Expert advice
- Do not drive or operate machinery as you may feel dizziness and have visual disturbances.
- Do not use Dorzox Eye Drop eye drops while you are wearing contact lenses. Do not use contact lenses for at least 10-15 minutes after using Dorzox Eye Drop in the eye.
- If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least ten minutes apart.
- Do not use Dorzox Eye Drop for acute angle-closure glaucoma.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
Frequently asked questions
Dorzox Eye Drop
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drop safe during pregnancy?
Dorzox Eye Drop should not be used during pregnancy. Please follow your doctor’s advice regarding its use.
Q. Is it safe to use Dorzox Eye Drop during breastfeeding?
Dorzox Eye Drop is not recommended in breastfeeding women. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drop a beta blocker?
No, Dorzox Eye Drop is not a beta blocker. Dorzox Eye Drop belongs to a class of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drop a or a sulpha drug?
No, Dorzox Eye Drop is neither a nor a sulpha drug.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drop a generic drug?
Yes, Dorzox Eye Drop is a generic drug.
Q. What is Dorzox Eye Drop , what is it used for?
Dorzox Eye Drop belongs to a class of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Dorzox Eye Drop is used as an adjuvant therapy (to beta-blockers) or as monotherapy (in patients non responsive to beta-blockers or in whom beta-blockers are contraindicated) to treat elevated intraocular pressure (increased fluid pressure inside the eye) in patients with ocular hypertension, open-angle glaucoma, or pseudo-exfoliative glaucoma (clogging, due to flaky dandruff-like material that peels off the outer layer of the lens of the eye, raises pressure in the eye).
Q. How does Dorzox Eye Drop work?
Dorzox Eye Drop belongs to a class of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It works by inhibiting the enzyme carbonic anhydrase thereby causing a reduction in the fluid pressure in the eye.
| Manufacturer | Cipla Pharma, India |
|---|---|
| Equivalent Brands | Trusopt |
| Composition | Dorzolamide |
| Discontinue Url | No |
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