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Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
Manufacturer/Marketer
Sunways India Pvt Ltd
Composition
DORZOLAMIDE-2%W/VConsume Type
OPHTHALMIC
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Prescription RequiredAbout Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml belongs to a class of eye-related medicine called 'antiglaucoma' primarily used to treat increased pressure in the eye. It helps to prevent the gradual loss of vision or eyesight by lowering the increased pressure in the eyes. Glaucoma is an eye problem in which the optic nerve is damaged, thereby leading to increased eye pressure, and if left untreated, it can lead to permanent blindness.
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml is for external use only. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid infection. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml. You may sometimes experience blurred vision, a burning sensation, and a bitter taste in the mouth. Most of these side effects of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
Put Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml in your eyes only if the doctor has prescribed you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, or liver disease. Also, Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml does not stop Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor.
Uses of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
Glaucoma (increased pressure in eyes)
Medicinal Benefits
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, which is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It is primarily used in treating the high pressure of the eye. It works by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure. Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.
Directions for Use
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Side Effects of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
- Blurred vision
- Burning sensation
- Bitter taste in the mouth
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
Do not take Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to dorzolamide, other antibiotics, or sulfa drugs. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, products that contain aspirin, and vitamins. If you have a kidney, dry eye, cornea, or liver problem, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml as a dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml to avoid any infection.
Drug Interactions
Drug-drug interactions: Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml may interact with blood thinners (aspirin), other glaucoma medications (acetazolamide), muscle weakness medication (dichlorphenamide), anti-epileptic medication (topiramate), analgesics (sodium salicylate).
Drug-Food Interactions: Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml interacts with non-prescription medications, vitamins, nutritional supplements, and herbal products you are taking or plan to take.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had liver or kidney disease, dry eyes, urinary obstruction, porphyria (liver disorder), hypersensitivity reactions, cornea problems.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionAlcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml. But intake of alcohol with Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml may damage your liver. So intake of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided with Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml.
Pregnancy
cautionDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It may affect pregnant women or foetus. Hence, intake of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.
Breast Feeding
cautionDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, should not be taken while breastfeeding.
Driving
unsafeDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.
Liver
cautionDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Kidney
cautionDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.
Children
safe if prescribedDorsun Eye Drops 5 ml can be given to children but under child specialist medical supervision. Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Avoid alcoholic beverages with Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml as they can make you dehydrated and affect the eye pressure.
- Including heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
- A diet including green and leafy vegetables, and fruits, helps to lower eye pressure.
- Regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest are important.
- Fruits and vegetables which contain Vitamin A and C help to improve vision and recover from the disease.
Special Advise
Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye pressure.
Other Information (DOR0064)
This item is Not Returnable.
Expires on or after - Apr-24
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
Glaucoma: It is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally. If not treated, it can lead to loss of vision. It is a major cause of blindness in people who are above the age of 60 years.
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PRODUCT SUBSTITUTES
Dorsun Eye Drops 5 ml
Country Of Origin
India
Manufacturer/Marketer address
1002-1003, 10th Floor, Windfall, Sahar Plaza, J.B.Nagar, Andheri-Kurla Road, Andheri (East), Mumbai-400059. Maharashtra, India.
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5 ml Eye Drops in 1 Bottle