Name: AZOPT Brinzolamide 1.0% (10mg / mL) Ophthalmic Suspension 5mL
Brand: Azopt
SKU: RXDRUG-DR-XY25799
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Rx: Azopt 5 ml Eye Drops

Brinzolamide
5 ml
1 pc

Indications/Uses

Brinzolamide is prescribed to treat glaucoma (buildup of pressure in the eye causing damage to the optic nerve and eventual vision loss) and ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye).

Dosage/Direction for Use

Use brinzolamide exactly as instructed by your doctor for it to be effective.

Use brinzolamide in the eyes only.
Wash and dry your hands before and after applying this medicine.
To apply, pull the lower eyelid away from the eye, look up and drop the prescribed dose into the inside of the pulled eyelid, taking care not to touch the eye with the tip of the bottle.
Close your eye after application and apply light pressure with your finger to the inside corner of your eye near your nose for about 1 minute to prevent the medicine from draining out.
Do not use more amounts or more often, or use for a longer period than prescribed by your doctor.
Do not touch or wash the dropper or let it touch your eyes or any other surface.
Remove contact lenses before using this medicine and do not reinsert unless instructed by your doctor.
Do not use any other eye medications during treatment with this medicine unless advised by your doctor.
If you forget to use this medicine on schedule, use it immediately as you remember. However, if it is already time for the next dose, just proceed with your next regular dose schedule.
Do not stop use unless advised by your doctor.

Contraindications and Special Precautions

Inform your doctor or pharmacist:
- if you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding;
- if you have any of the following conditions: allergy, eye infection, narrow-angle glaucoma, liver problem, kidney problem;
- if you are using any other prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines and dietary or herbal supplements.
Keep a regular check-up schedule. Your doctor may prescribe tests to check and monitor your progress while under treatment with this medicine.
If you need to undergo surgery or dental procedure, inform your doctor or dentist that you are using this medicine before going through it.
Side effects may possibly occur as with most medicines. You may not experience any side effect; however, if you experience any of these side effects with brinzolamide, inform your doctor immediately, especially if they become severe or persistent: eye itching, irritation, stinging, burning or redness; feeling that something is in the eye, blurred vision, double vision, increased sensitivity to light; drainage, oozing or crusting of the eyes or eyelids; dry or watery eyes, swelling or redness of eyelids, drooping eyelid, headache, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, agitation, depression, memory loss, nervousness, stiff muscles, numbness or tingling, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain, dry mouth or nose, unusual or bitter taste, back pain, pale skin, easy bleeding or bruising, yellowing of the skin or eyes, dark urine, fever, sore throat, chest pain and allergic reactions such as hives, difficulty breathing and swelling of the face, lips, tongue or throat.
If you experience dizziness or vision problems, do not drive, operate machinery or perform any activity which will need you to be alert or to see clearly.
If your mouth gets dry while on brinzolamide, drink water, chew sugar-free gum or suck on a hard candy.
The side effects mentioned here are not complete and others may occur. If you observe other side effects or reactions, call your doctor for advice.
Do not share your medicine with others even if you have the same disease symptoms.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place, protected from light and moisture. Keep the medicine out of children's reach. Discard it properly when it is expired or no longer needed.

AZOPT Brinzolamide 1.0% (10mg / mL) Ophthalmic Suspension 5mL

Indications/Uses

Dosage/Direction for Use

Contraindications and Special Precautions

Storage

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