Cosopt Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines used in the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It decreases the fluid (aqueous humor) production in the eye which relieves the pressure in the eye. This way it relieves the symptoms.

Cosopt Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Read the label carefully for instruction before you use the medicine. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Do not use too much or too little. Use it in the exact dose as prescribed by the doctor or as instructed in the label.

Use of this medicine may cause burning sensation, stinging, and irritation at the application site. It may also cause headache, corneal erosion, eyelid inflammation, sinusitis, nausea, and weakness. These are usually temporary and resolve with time. However, if they persist or get worse, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Cosopt Eye Drop

Treatment of Glaucoma
Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Benefits of Cosopt Eye Drop

In Treatment of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye. Cosopt Eye Drop is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.

In Treatment of Ocular hypertension

Ocular hypertension is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal eye pressure due to fluid build-up. Cosopt Eye Drop increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. This prevents further damage or complications such as change in vision or even loss of vision. You should only use Cosopt Eye Drop in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor.

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Side effects of Cosopt 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 Cosopt

Burning sensation
Eye redness
Itching
Stinging sensation
Blurred vision
Headache
Conjunctivitis
Corneal erosion
Eyelid inflammation
Sinus inflammation
Nausea
Weakness

How to use Cosopt 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 Cosopt Eye Drop works

Cosopt Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Dorzolamide and Timolol. Dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and Timolol is a beta blocker. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cosopt Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Cosopt Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Cosopt Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
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Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Cosopt Eye Drop?

If you miss a dose of Cosopt Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Cosopt Eye Drop

₹475/Eye Drop

Dorzox T Eye Drop

Cipla Ltd

₹564.35/eye drop

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Misopt Eye Drop

Micro Labs Ltd

₹514/eye drop

5% costlier

Dortas-T Eye Drop

Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd

₹605/eye drop

23% costlier

Dorsun T Eye Drop

Sunways India Pvt Ltd

₹253/eye drop

48% cheaper

Dortim Eye Drop

Jawa Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd

₹501.7/eye drop

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Quick tips

Cosopt Eye Drop is helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss.
Remove contact lenses before using Cosopt Eye Drop, and wait at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after putting the medication. This will prevent the medication from draining out. Try not to blink or rub your eye.
For best results, put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s).
To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
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.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

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References

Ciplamed. Dorzolamide hydrochloride + Timolol maleate. [Accessed 14 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:

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