Azopt

Indicated to manage glaucoma to alleviate ocular hypertension.

Dosage

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You will receive a quality generic equivalent of Azopt, depending on stock.

Prescription and consultation requirements for Azopt vary by destination and are determined by the fulfilment partner.

Azopt details

Conditions: Glaucoma · Ocular Hypertension
Therapeutic class: Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
Pharmacological class: Sulfonamide
Contraindications: hypersensitivity to sulfonamides; severe renal impairment
Minor side effects: bitter taste; blurred vision
Moderate side effects: eye irritation; ocular pain
Dosage forms: Eye drops, suspension
Administration route: Ocular use
Patient summary: indicated to manage glaucoma to alleviate ocular hypertension.
Supply category: Prescription-only medicine (POM)
Originator: Novartis
Onset Time: 1–2 hours
Duration: 8–12 hours
Storage instructions: Store below 30°C. Keep upright.
Drug interactions: oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors
Pregnancy and breastfeeding: Pregnancy/breastfeeding: use only if the benefit justifies the potential risk.

Precautions and warnings

remove contact lenses before application; may impair driving ability; monitor for systemic effects

Serious side effects

anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; stevens-johnson syndrome, requires immediate medical attention

Mechanism of action

Inhibits carbonic anhydrase in the eye, which reduces the production of aqueous humour, thereby lowering intraocular pressure.

Azopt is the originator brand name, made by Novartis. We use it to identify the medicine and are not affiliated with Novartis.

The fulfilment partner confirms whether the exact brand or an equivalent containing Brinzolamide is offered.
The offered brand, manufacturer and dispatch location depend on the product, destination and partner warehouse.
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