Azopt 1% Opthalmic Suspension 5ml

Glaucoma / Ocular hypertension

In Glaucoma Azopt Opthalmic Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. This pressure can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight. In Ocular hypertension Azopt Opthalmic Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.

The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you're worried about them. ['Bitter taste']

This medication is designated for external application solely. Utilize it according to the dosage and duration instructed by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Azopt Opthalmic Suspension is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Alcohol

No interaction has been found or established.

Pregnancy

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Azopt Opthalmic Suspension may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Seek medical advice from your doctor: Azopt Opthalmic Suspension is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

Not Safe: Azopt Opthalmic Suspension may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

If a dose of Azopt Opthalmic Suspension is missed, take it promptly. However, if your next dose is approaching, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Avoid doubling the dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Azopt Opthalmic Suspension helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss. For best results, put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s). Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop. This minimizes the risk of side effects. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops. Remove contact lenses before using�Azopt Opthalmic Suspension, and wait at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them. When applying multiple eye medications, wait for at least 5-15 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of the medicine.

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