Trusopt 2 %

Composition of Trusopt 2 %

Trusopt 2 % contains Dorzolamide (2% w/v).

Uses of Trusopt 2 %

Glaucoma

Key benefits

• In Glaucoma Glaucoma is an eye condition where increased pressure within the eye (intraocular pressure) can damage the optic nerve
• potentially leading to vision loss if left untreated. Trusopt 2% Eye Drop is used to manage this condition by reducing the fluid production inside the eye
• thereby lowering the pressure. Controlling eye pressure helps slow down or prevent further damage to the optic nerve
• preserving vision and supporting long-term eye health.

How Trusopt 2 % works

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.

How to take Trusopt 2 %

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.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Trusopt 2% Eye Drop, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your regular schedule. Do not apply extra to make up for a missed dose.

If you take too much

Taking more Trusopt than prescribed can be harmful. If you suspect an overdose, contact a doctor or go to the nearest emergency department at once, and carry the pack or strip with you. In India the emergency number is 112.

Side effects of Trusopt 2 %

Most side effects of Trusopt are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• 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

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Trusopt 2 %

Interactions with other medicines

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about every medicine you take, including over-the-counter products, vitamins and herbal or ayurvedic preparations, before starting Trusopt. Some combinations can change how Trusopt works or raise the chance of side effects.

How to store Trusopt 2 %

Store Trusopt below 30°C in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and moisture. Keep the pack tightly closed and out of the reach of children. Do not use it after the expiry date printed on the pack.

Expert advice for Trusopt 2 %

Trusopt 2% Eye Drop helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss. For best results, 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.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

SANTEN LIMITED

Therapeutic class:

OPHTHAL

Chemical class:

2,3,5- trisubstituted thiophenes