NETARSUDIL is an anti-glaucoma agent belonging to the class of medicines called rho kinase inhibitors indicated for the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Glaucoma causes damage to the optic nerve (essential for good vision) due to abnormally increased pressure in the eye. Ocular hypertension is increased pressure in the eye due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow).
NETARSUDIL contains ‘netarsudil’, which works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humour; this helps lower the increased pressure in the eye. Thereby, NETARSUDIL helps treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
You are advised to use NETARSUDIL for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as blurred vision, instillation site pain, and redness of the eye. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. NETARSUDIL is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. NETARSUDIL might cause blurred vision; so, drive only if you are alert. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Glaucoma and ocular hypertension
NETARSUDIL is an anti-glaucoma agent belonging to the class of medicines called rho kinase inhibitors indicated for lowering intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. NETARSUDIL works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humour, thereby helps lower the increased pressure in the eye.
Do not use NETARSUDIL if you are allergic to any of its contents. Inform your doctor if you have/had asthma, cataract removal, COPD, liver/kidney problems, or if you have other eye diseases. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. NETARSUDIL is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. NETARSUDIL might cause blurred vision; so, drive only if you are alert.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is unknown if alcohol interacts with NETARSUDIL. Please consult a doctor.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will decide if NETARSUDIL can be used by pregnant women or not.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this. Your doctor will decide if NETARSUDIL can be used by breastfeeding women or not.
NETARSUDIL might cause blurred vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of NETARSUDIL in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of NETARSUDIL in patients with kidney impairment.
NETARSUDIL is not recommended for children below 18 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Glaucoma: It is an eye condition that causes damage to the optic nerve (essential for good vision) due to abnormally increased pressure in the eye. If it is not treated in time, it may cause blindness. Usually, there are no symptoms for glaucoma initially, except the slow loss of vision gradually. However, some symptoms include visible rainbow-coloured circles around bright lights or blurred vision. Rarely, glaucoma can develop suddenly with intense pain in the eye, visual disturbance, or nausea.
Ocular hypertension: It is a condition caused due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow). This leads to a build-up of excess fluid in the eye resulting in increased pressure inside the eye without any damage to the optic nerve. If ocular hypertension is not controlled, it may lead to glaucoma.