Uses of Dorzox Eye Drop
Dorzox Eye Drop (Dorzolamide) 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?
Dorzolamide 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.
Dorzolamide side effects
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 Drops while you are wearing contact lenses. Do not use contact lenses for at least 10-15 minutes after using Dorzolamide 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 Drops
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drop safe during pregnancy?
Dorzolamide should not be used during pregnancy. Please follow your doctor’s advice regarding its use.
Q. Is it safe to use Dorzox Eye Drops during breastfeeding?
Dorzolamide is not recommended in breastfeeding women. Patients should follow advice of the doctor regarding its use.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drops a beta blocker?
No, Dorzox Eye Drop is not a beta blocker. Dorzolamide belongs to a class of medications called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drops a or a sulpha drug?
No, Dorzolamide is neither a nor a sulpha drug.
Q. Is Dorzox Eye Drops a generic drug?
Yes, Dorzolamide is a generic drug.
Q. What is Dorzox Eye Drop , what is it used for?
Dorzolamide 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 Drops work?
Dorzolamide 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.
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