Dorzolamide
Molecule Description
Dorzolamide is ‘carbonic anhydrase inhibitor’ used to treat high pressure insid
e the eye due to glaucoma or other eye diseases.
Uses of Dorzolamide
Dorzolamide is used for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma and ocular high pressure in an eye.
Contraindications of Dorzolamide
When should one not use Dorzolamide
- Do not take this medicine if:
- You are allergic to this medicine
- You have severe kidney disease
Side effects of Dorzolamide
Common side effects of this drug are:
- Burning in eyes
- Blurred vision
- Itching in eyes
- Discharge from eyes
- Headache
- Nausea
- Bitter taste
- Tiredness
Precautions and Warnings of Dorzolamide
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Dorzolamide during pregnancy?
A:
It is probably unsafe to use this medicine during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Dorzolamide while breastfeeding?
A:
This medicine is used topically. Therefore, the amount of medicine passing in breast milk is less. Using this medicine in breastfeeding is less likely to cause any adverse effects in the breastfed baby. Consult your doctor before using this medicine in breastfeeding.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Dorzolamide?
A:
Taking this medicine may lead to dizziness or tiredness. Therefore avoid driving when on this medication.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Dorzolamide?
A:
Avoid the use of alcohol while you are on this medication.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You feel any eye irritation, redness of the eye or swelling of the eyelids
- You experience an allergic reaction (like skin rash, severe skin reaction or itching)
Mode of Action of Dorzolamide
How Does It Work?
Dorzolamide acts by reducing the excess accumulation of aqueous humour (watery fluid similar to plasma) in the eye, which decreases the pressure inside the eye.
Interactions of Dorzolamide
Interactions with other medicines
- Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors like Acetazolamide
- Sulpha drugs (Sulfamethoxazole, Sulfadoxine)
Interactions with food items
No specific interactions with food have been reported yet.
Dietary Restrictions of Dorzolamide
No information is available on dietary restrictions while you are taking this medicine, consult your doctor or pharmacist for further information.
Dosage of Dorzolamide
Overdose
An overdose of this medicine does not produce any life-threatening symptoms. Seek emergency medical attention if you think you have used too much of this medicine as overdose can cause vision problems....
Missed a Dose
Take the missed dose as early as you remember. Skip the missed dose, and do not take extra medicine to compensate for the missed dose.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What special precautions should I follow?
A: Dorzolamide drops should be used only by the patient to whom it has been prescribed. Do not share it with other people. If your symptoms do not improve or if they become worse, immediately contact your doctor. Check with your doctor about how and when to dispose of unused medicine.
Q: What should I discuss with my healthcare expert before using this medicine?
A: Give a detailed account of your medical and surgical history. Keep a list of all your ongoing medicines with you and give this list to your doctor. Inform your doctor if you have an allergy to any medicine.
Q: What precautions should I take before using this eye drop?
A: First, clean your hands. Avoid touching the eye drop container to the eye and its surrounding area as it can get contaminated and can lead to eye damage.
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