Glaucoma:
Indications for TRUSOPT:
Open-angle glaucoma. Ocular hypertension.
Adults and Children:
1 drop 3 times daily.
Warnings/Precautions:
Hepatic impairment. Severe renal impairment (CrCl <30mL/min): not recommended. Discontinue if ocular effects (eg, conjunctivitis, lid reactions) occur. Soft contact lenses. Pregnancy (Cat.C). Nursing mothers: not recommended.
Pharmacologic Class:
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor (sulfonamide).
Interactions:
Concomitant oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors: not recommended. May inhibit renal excretion of basic drugs and promote excretion of acidic drugs. May increase salicylate toxicity (acidosis).
Adverse Reactions:
Burning, stinging, bitter taste, punctate keratitis, ocular allergic reaction, blurred vision, tearing, dryness, photophobia; possible sulfa-like systemic effects.
How Supplied:
Soln—10mL
Pricing for TRUSOPT
10ml of 2%
eye dropper
(Qty: 1)
Appx. price
$23
