Dorsun Eye Drop

Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide)

What Is The Generic Name For Dorsun Eye Drop:

Dorzolamide is the generic version for Dorsun Eye Drop

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

• Cosopt
• Trusopt

About Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide)

Dorsun Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Dorzolamide. This medicine is used in the treatment of glaucoma. It is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores and must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Sunways, India is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Dorsun Eye Drop. It can be purchased from our online pharmacy.

Strength:

Dorsun Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Dorzolamide, which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

Dorsun Eye Drop is used in the treatment in following conditions:

• Intraocular hypertension
• Open-angle glaucoma

How Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide) Works:

Dorsun Eye Drop has an active ingredient; Dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor which works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Before You Use Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Dorzolamide
• You are not using contact lenses while using Dorsun Eye Drop
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must know about your medical history (about your Surgeries, all diseases, pre- existing disease and Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You must avoid driving while taking these eye drops
• Avoid wearing contact lenses while using Dorsun Eye Drop
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

You should not take Dorsun Eye Drop if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have bacterial keratitis
• Have corneal edema
• Have increased pressure inside the eyes or swelling, itching, redness, or inflammation in eyes
• Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Eye Drop
• Have any pressure problem inside the eye
• Have irritation, redness, swelling, itching as a side effect which is getting worse by time
• Have gone through an Eye Surgery recently
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Dorsun Eye Drop contains an active ingredient, Dorzolamide, which is used in the treatment of glaucoma. It is available in various strengths and substitutes and must be given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Dorsun Eye Drop at a fixed time with or without food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take it regularly by time for better results.

How Much Of The Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide) to Be Used:

As Dorsun Eye Drop is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Dorsun Eye Drop. Do not take the Eye Drop on your own and for longer time than prescribed by doctor.

How To Take The Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

Dorsun Eye Drop is for external use only. Take the drop in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Read the label of the bottle for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching the surface. Lightly squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid with clean tissue or cloth. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 2 minute, immediately after instilling the drop. This will  minimizes the risk of side effects.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

You are always advised to take Dorsun Eye Drop as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Eye Drop in smaller or larger amount or for longer than recommended by your doctor.

Overdose:

Seek emergency medical attention or contact your doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by the doctor if you suspecting any overdose symptoms.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the medicine should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dosage of the medicine if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. Do not take double dosage of the medicine to make up for the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Dorsun Eye Drop (Dorzolamide):

• Stinging, burning, or discomfort in the eye
• Sensitivity to light
• Bitter taste
• Upset stomach
• Itching eyes
• Redness or swelling of eyes
• Watery eyes
• Skin rash
• Headache
• Nausea
• Dizziness
• Tiredness
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Tingling sensation of extremity
• Loss of appetite
• Feeling over excited
• Sick
• Diarrhoea
• Taste change
• Flushing
• Urinary incontinence

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Dorsun Eye Drop. They can produce some undesirable effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always tell your doctor if you are on other medication or Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Aspirin
• Oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
• Bismuth subsalicylate
• It can also interact with following diseases:
• Bone marrow suppression
• Porphyria

Warning And Precaution:

Dorsun Eye Drop can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Blurred Vision
• Eye Surgeries
• Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women
• Eye disorders or inflammation or Surgeries
• You must consult your doctor to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of these conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Do not touch Eye Drops bottle’s tip while using the medicine and finish it within a month once opened
• Clean your hands and eyes before using the Dorsun Eye Drop
• You must keep the Eye Drops bottle out of reach & sight of the children
• You must always read the information properly written on the leaflet of medicine.
• You must always consult your doctor if you have any doubt related to dosage, time and strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Dorsun Eye Drop should be taken as prescribed by your doctor. Do not take this Eye Drop for shorter or longer time than recommended by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Dorsun Eye Drop at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the Eye Drop should be intact and is not damaged while storing.