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Cosopt
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Cosopt
This medicine is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and
beta-blocker combination used in the eye to lower
high eye pressure in patients with glaucoma or
ocular hypertension.
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Cosopt Information
Chemical Name: DORZOLAMIDE (dor-ZOLE-a-mide) and
TIMOLOL (TIM-oh-lole)
Common uses
This medicine is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and
beta-blocker combination used in the eye to lower
high eye pressure in patients with glaucoma or
ocular hypertension.
Before using
Some medicines or medical conditions may interact
with this medicine. INFORM YOUR DOCTOR OR PHARMACIST
of all prescription and over-the-counter medicine
that you are taking. DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE if
you are also taking epinephrine or theophylline.
ADDITIONAL MONITORING OF YOUR DOSE OR CONDITION may
be needed if you are taking disopyramide, flecainide,
ketanserin, prazosin, quinidine, verapamil, or
insulin. Inform your doctor of any other medical
conditions, pregnancy, or breast-feeding. USE OF
THIS MEDICINE IS NOT RECOMMENDED if you have a
history of heart failure, heart block, asthma,
chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), or
other breathing conditions. Contact your doctor or
pharmacist if you have any questions or concerns
about taking this medicine. Tell your doctor if you
wear contact lenses.
Directions
Follow the directions for using this medicine. This
medicine may come with a patient information
leaflet. Ask your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist any
questions you may have about this medicine. IF YOU
WEAR CONTACT LENSES, remove them before using this
medicine. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this
medicine before reinserting your lenses. TO USE THIS
MEDICINE: first, wash your hands. Tilt your head
back and with your index finger, pull the lower
eyelid away from the eye to form a pouch. Drop the
medicine into the pouch and gently close your eyes.
Immediately use your finger to apply pressure to the
inside corner of the eye (unless you recently had
eye surgery) and continue to apply pressure for 1 or
2 minutes after using the medicine. Do not blink and
keep your eyes closed for 1 or 2 minutes. Remove
excess medicine around your eye with a clean tissue,
being careful not to touch your eye. Wash your hands
to remove any medicine that may be on them. TO
PREVENT GERMS from entering your medicine, do not
touch the applicator tip to any surface, including
your eye. Keep the container tightly closed. IF YOU
ARE USING MORE THAN 1 EYE DROP MEDICINE, each
medicine should be given at least 10 minutes apart.
STORE THIS MEDICINE at room temperature below 77
degrees F (25 degrees C), away from heat and light.
IF YOU MISS A DOSE OF THIS MEDICINE, use it as soon
as possible. If it is almost time for your next
dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your
regular dosing schedule. Do not use 2 doses at once.
Cautions
DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU HAVE HAD A SEVERE
ALLERGIC REACTION to this medicine or to a
sulfonamide antibiotic (such as Septra DS, Bactrim
DS, Gantrisin). A severe reaction includes a severe
rash, hives, breathing difficulties, or dizziness.
If you have a question about whether you are
allergic to this medicine or if a certain medicine
is a sulfonamide antibiotic, contact your doctor or
pharmacist. IF YOU EXPERIENCE difficulty breathing;
tightness of chest; swelling of eyelids, face, or
lips; or if you develop a rash or hives, tell your
doctor immediately. Do not use any more doses of
this medicine unless your doctor tells you to do so.
BEFORE YOU HAVE ANY MEDICAL OR DENTAL TREATMENTS,
EMERGENCY CARE, OR SURGERY, tell the doctor or
dentist that you are using this medicine. THIS
MEDICINE MAY CAUSE BLURRED VISION. Do not drive,
operate machinery, or do anything else that could be
dangerous until you can see clearly. BEFORE YOU
BEGIN TAKING ANY NEW MEDICINE, either prescription
or over-the-counter, check with your doctor or
pharmacist. FOR WOMEN: IF YOU PLAN ON BECOMING
PREGNANT, discuss with your doctor the benefits and
risks of using this medicine during pregnancy. THIS
MEDICINE IS EXCRETED IN BREAST MILK. DO NOT
BREAST-FEED while taking this medicine. FOR PATIENTS
WITH DIABETES: this medicine may mask signs of low
blood sugar such as fast heartbeat.
Possible side effects
SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while using this
medicine include blurred vision, eye stinging,
burning, tearing, dryness, or discomfort when first
applied; or bitter taste in the mouth. If they
continue or are bothersome, check with your doctor.
CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR AS SOON AS POSSIBLE if you
experience irritated eyelids, rash, difficulty
breathing, changes in heartbeat, or headache.
CONTACT YOUR DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY if you experience
the following side effects or symptoms of toxicity:
swelling of hands, face, lips, eyes, throat, or
tongue; difficulty swallowing or breathing; or
hoarseness. If you notice other effects not listed
above, contact your doctor, nurse, or pharmacist.
Drug interactions
Drug interactions can result in unwanted side
effects or prevent a medicine from doing its job.
Use our drug interaction checker to find out if your
medicines interact with each other. Check drug
interactions
If you take too much
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison
control center or emergency room immediately. This
medicine may be harmful if swallowed. Symptoms of
overdose may include dizziness, headache, shortness
of breath, slow heartbeat, wheezing, and coughing.
Additional information
DO NOT SHARE THIS MEDICINE with others for whom it
was not prescribed. DO NOT USE THIS MEDICINE for
other health conditions. KEEP THIS MEDICINE out of
the reach of children. IF USING THIS MEDICINE FOR AN
EXTENDED PERIOD OF TIME, obtain refills before your
supply runs out. |
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