Dorzopt Forte 20 mg, 5 mg Eye drops solution
PDF Leaflet Revision Date: 05 September 2023
Clinical Summary
Quick overview from the medicine insert
Indication
Treatment of elevated intra-ocular pressure in glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
Dosage (summary)
One drop in affected eye(s) twice daily.
Special Populations
- Paediatric patients under 2 years
- Hepatic impairment
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
Not recommended during pregnancy; timolol excreted in breast milk.
Key Drug Interactions
- Additive effects with systemic beta-blockers
- Increased hypotensive effects with calcium channel blockers
Contraindications
- Hypersensitivity to dorzolamide/timolol
- Reactive airway disease
- Severe renal impairment
Common side effects
- Burning/stinging
- Blurred vision
- Headache
- Dizziness
Counselling Points
- Remove contact lenses before use
- Wait 15 mins before reinserting lenses
- Monitor for signs of allergic reactions
Serious warnings
- Systemic absorption may cause cardiovascular/respiratory reactions
- Caution in patients with asthma or COPD
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