Trusopt 2% Eye Drop

Short Description

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes, which can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma.

Dosage Form

Eye Drop

Introduction

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor that works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. It is used to reduce pressure in the eyes, which can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Never use Trusopt 2% Eye Drop if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Wash your hands before using it and shake the bottle well before each use. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Do not stop using this medicine without asking your doctor. Otherwise, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled and this could damage your sight.

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.

Side Effects

stinging and burning sensation blurred vision eyelid inflammation bitter taste in your mouth headache nausea tiredness eye irritation

Breastfeeding Warning

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby. To reduce the amount of Trusopt 2% Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Pregnancy Warning

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss. Put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s). Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. This minimizes the risk of side effects. Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface or to your eye to avoid contaminating the eye drops. Remove contact lenses before using Trusopt 2% Eye Drop and wait at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them. When applying multiple eye medications, wait for at least 5-15 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of the medicine.