Azopt Eye Drop (Brinzolamide)
Azopt Eye Drop is a medicine used to reduce increased pressure in the eye, in people with glaucoma or ocular hypertension(high pressure in the eye). If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight. Azopt Opthalmic Suspension works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.
Uses of Azopt Eye Drop
- Glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
Benefits of Azopt Eye Drop
In Glaucoma
Azopt Opthalmic Suspension belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. This pressure can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.
Side effects of Azopt Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them.
Common side effects of Azopt
- Blurred vision
- Bitter taste
How to use Azopt Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How Azopt Eye Drop works
Azopt Opthalmic Suspension is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.