Information about Dorzolamide/Timolol

Generic Name : Dorzolamide/Timolol
Up-to-date prescription details regarding Dorzolamide/Timolol are provided here.

Pronunciation : dor ZOLE a mide and TYE moe lole

Learn the correct pronunciation of the Dorzolamide/Timolol, understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.

You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.

ICD Code : Y56.5 Therapeutic Classification : Miscellaneous Ophthalmics

Trade Names/Brand Names of Dorzolamide/Timolol

India :

Dorzox (5 ml) | Misopt | Ocudor T

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International :

Cosopt

Why is Dorzolamide/Timolol Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is prescribed for controlling eye pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or glaucoma. It is a topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It decreases the production of natural fluids in the eye.

When should Dorzolamide/Timolol not be taken? (Contraindications)

Contraindicated in patients with severe kidney impairment, hypersensitivity, hyperchloraemic acidosis, and lactation.

What is the dosage of Dorzolamide/Timolol?

Eye- Open-angle glaucoma- As 2% solution: Instill 1 drop 3 times/day.

How should Dorzolamide/Timolol be taken?

It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes. It is usually applied twice a day.

What are the warnings and precautions for Dorzolamide/Timolol?

• If you wear contact lenses, remove them before applying dorzolamide and put them back in 15 minutes later.

Caution needed for patients with history of asthma, lung disease (including chronic bronchitis and emphysema), heart disease, diabetes, an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism), severe allergic reactions, myasthenia gravis, and kidney or liver disease.

It may cause risk of choroidal detachment (vascular layer containing connective tissue) when used after certain eye surgeries, liver damage.

What are the side effects of Dorzolamide/Timolol?

Allergic Reactions- Rash, hives, itching, difficulty in breathing, tightness in the chest, swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue.
Eye- Dry eyes, eyelid discomfort, feeling that something is in your eye, blurred vision, vision changes, increased tear production, minor burning, itching, or stinging of the eye.
Heart- Chest pain, slow or irregular heartbeat.
Central Nervous System- Unusual tiredness or weakness, headache, dizziness, confusion.
Miscellaneous- Taste changes, fever, chills, shortness of breath, muscle weakness kidney stones.