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Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml, Pack of 1 EYE DROPS
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Composition :

DORZOLAMIDE-2%W/V

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Santen India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is 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.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Trusopt 2% 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 Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Trusopt 2% 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 Trusopt 2% 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 Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml in your eyes only if the doctor has prescribed it to you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take the Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides or have a severe kidney problem. Check with your doctor before starting Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problems, or liver disease. Also, Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml does not stop Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml abruptly, as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor.

Directions for Use

• Follow your doctor’s recommendation regarding the dosage and duration. • Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. • Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml.

Medicinal Benefits

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, which is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It is primarily used to treat the high pressure in the eye. It works by reducing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure. Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

How Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml Works

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml

Do not use Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml in more doses or more often than prescribed. If you have any unusual signs or symptoms, please consult a doctor immediately.

Drug Warnings

Do not take Trusopt 2% 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 Trusopt 2% 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 Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml to avoid any infection.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid alcoholic beverages with Trusopt 2% 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.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

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Alcohol

Caution

Alcohol is not known to cause any unpleasant side effects if taken along with Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml. But intake of alcohol with Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml may damage your liver. So intake of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided with Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is a pregnancy Category C medicine. It may affect pregnant women or foetus. Hence, intake of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be avoided if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant as it may harm the baby.

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Breast Feeding

Caution

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is excreted in human milk. But the amount of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml absorbed by the nursing infant is unknown. So, should not be taken while breastfeeding.

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Driving

Unsafe

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery which requires concentration should be avoided.

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Liver

Caution

Trusopt 2% 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.

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Kidney

Caution

Trusopt 2% 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.

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Children

Safe if prescribed

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml can be given to children but under child specialist medical supervision. Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is prescribed to the children to treat complicated urinary tract infections, anthrax infection, or plague infection.

Have a query?

FAQs

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is 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.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. As a result, it effectively treats glaucoma.

If you miss a dose of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml, take the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it's almost time for the next dose, do not take a double dose to make up for a missed one.

Do not stop taking Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop taking Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml, you may experience increased eye pressure. It can also lead to loss of sight. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.

You should inform your doctor if you are undergoing dental surgery, and he might stop the use of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml before the surgery.

No, Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by lowering the pressure in the eye. As a result, it effectively treats glaucoma.

The peak effect of dorzolamide occurs about two hours after administration. The effects last for at least eight hours. However, the effects may not be immediately visible.

No, you should not refrigerate Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml. Instead, you should store it at room temperature in a closed container, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. You should also keep it out of reach of children.

Remove your contact lenses before instilling dorzolamide eye drops and put them back in at least 15 minutes later.

Common side effects of Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml may include stinging, burning, or discomfort in the eye after inserting the drops, bitter taste after inserting the drops, sensitivity to light, upset stomach, and vomiting.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is intended to control glaucoma but does not cure it.

In rare cases, Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml may cause serious side effects such as itching eyes, redness or swelling of the eyes, watery eyes, dryness, or a skin rash. If you experience these symptoms, stop using dorzolamide eye drops and consult your doctor immediately.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml can affect alertness and coordination. So, operating machinery, driving a car, or riding a bike, which requires concentration, should be avoided.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml contains Dorzolamide, a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic (eye) use only. Wash your hands before and after use. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.1101, 3Rd Floor, 24Th Main, Jp Nagar 1St Phase, Bangalore-560078
Other Info - TRU0694

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Author Details

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Reviewed By

Dr Aneela Siddabathuni

MPharma., PhD

Last Updated

Jul 11, 2025 | 4:51 PM IST

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Reference

  1. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a697049.html
  2. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00869
  3. https://www.drugs.com/mtm/dorzolamide-ophthalmic.html

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