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Trusopt Eyedrops (Dorzolamide HCl)
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| Dorzolamide Hydrochloride (Generic) Dorzolamide Hydrochloride | ||||||
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General Medication Fact Sheet for Trusopt Eyedrops
| Field | Information |
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| Medication Name | Trusopt Eyedrops |
| Generic Name | Dorzolamide |
| Purpose | To lower elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma. |
| Mechanism of Action | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor; reduces aqueous humor secretion, which decreases IOP. |
| Dosage Forms | Ophthalmic solution (eyedrops) |
| Available Strengths | 2% |
| Dosage Frequency | Typically one drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily. |
| Common Side Effects | Burning or stinging in the eye, blurred vision, tearing, dry eye, superficial punctate keratitis, bitter taste. |
| Serious Side Effects | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling), Stevens-Johnson syndrome, toxic epidermal necrolysis, angle-closure glaucoma (rare). |
| Drug Interactions | High-dose aspirin, other carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (oral), quinidine. |
| Important Notes | Use caution in patients with corneal problems or a history of sulfonamide allergy. Consult a doctor if eye irritation persists or worsens. Remove contact lenses before instilling drops. Wait 15 minutes before reinserting. |
| Storage | Store at room temperature away from light and moisture. Keep the bottle tightly closed. |
| Missed Dose | Instill the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose. |
| Alternatives | Timolol, Latanoprost, Brimonidine, Acetazolamide |
Trusopt Eyedrops Alternatives
| Medication | Mechanism of Action | Notes |
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| Timolol | Beta-adrenergic receptor blocker; reduces aqueous humor production. | Often used as a first-line treatment for glaucoma. |
| Latanoprost | Prostaglandin analog; increases uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor. | Administered once daily; may cause changes in eye color. |
| Brimonidine | Alpha-adrenergic receptor agonist; reduces aqueous humor production and increases uveoscleral outflow. | May cause dry mouth and fatigue. |
| Acetazolamide | Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor (oral). | Taken orally. Can cause more systemic side effects than topical dorzolamide. |
Trusopt Eyedrops Side Effects
| Common Side Effects | Serious Side Effects |
|---|---|
| Burning or stinging in the eye | Allergic reactions (rash, itching, swelling) |
| Blurred vision | Stevens-Johnson syndrome (rare) |
| Tearing | Toxic epidermal necrolysis (rare) |
| Dry eye | Angle-closure glaucoma |
| Bitter taste | Corneal edema |
Trusopt Eyedrops Dosage Guide
| Condition | Starting Dose | Maintenance Dose | Administration Notes |
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| Ocular Hypertension | One drop in the affected eye(s) | One drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily | Instill into the conjunctival sac. |
| Open-Angle Glaucoma | One drop in the affected eye(s) | One drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily | Instill into the conjunctival sac. |
