AZOPT
BRINZOLAMIDE · by NOVARTIS
Composition
Eye Drop: Brinzolamide 1%.
Indications & Dosage
Monotherapy or adjunct to beta-blockers, in open angle glaucoma & ocular hypertension: Adults: 1 drop in the affected eye two or three times daily.
Contraindications
Hepatic or severe renal impairment, hyperchloraemic acidosis, history of hypersensitivity to sul-phonamide.
Precautions
Cerebral or coronary insufficiency, Pseudo-exfoliative glaucoma, pigmentary glaucoma, narrow-angle glaucoma, diabetes, contact lense wearers, corneal disorder, dry eye condition; monitor closely.
Interactions
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, CYP3A4 inhibitors.
Pregnancy
Caution advised
Lactation
Not recommended.
Side Effects
Headache, burning sensation, stinging, depression, conjunctival hyperaemia, conjunctival folliculosis, transient disturbed vision, ocular discomfort, hyperaemia, taste perversion.