Description
INTRODUCTION ABOUT BRINZOX EYE DROPS
BRINZOX EYE DROPS contains Brinzolamide which belongs to the group of medicines called Ophthamic anti-glaucoma agents. It is used to manage glaucoma. Glaucoma is group of eye condition that damages the optic nerve (nerves which are responsible for proper vision). It is characterized by increased pressure within the eyes caused due to impaired secretion or drainage of fluids (aqueous humour) within the eyes. During the intial days, glaucoma may remain asymptomatic. At later stages, it may cause eye pain or redness, halos around the light, severe headache or blurred vision.
Brinzolamide reduces pressure within the eye. It works by blocking the action of an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase, that causes pressure within the eye to raise. As a result, it decreases the elevated pressure within the eye and provides relief from unpleasant symptoms (such as eye pain, headache, or blurred vision).
BRINZOX EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in patients with kidney problems. It should be used with caution in patients with liver problems, dry eyes, or corneal problems. BRINZOX EYE DROPS is generally not recommended for use in pregnant and in breastfeeding women unless considered necessary by the physician. It is also not suitable for use in children and adolescents.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying BRINZOX EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Do not stop using BRINZOX EYE DROPS without consulting your doctor, because premature discontinuation can further increase the pressure within the eye. The most common side effects of BRINZOX EYE DROPS are eye irritation, blurred vision, and bitter taste in mouth. Consult your doctor if any of the side effect bothers you.
USES OF BRINZOX EYE DROPS
- Manage glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye)
HOW BRINZOX EYE DROPS WORKS
BRINZOX EYE DROPS effectively reduces pressure within the eye where brinzolamide acts by blocking the action of an enzyme called carbonic anhydrase, which is responsible for increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eyes) and subsequent increase in the intraocular pressure (pressure within the eye). Blockade of carbonic anhydrase decreases the production of aqueous humour and reduces the elevated pressure within the eye which therefore provides relief from unpleasant symptoms (such as eye pain, headache or blurred vision).
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Use BRINZOX EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Do not swallow. Wash your hands before and after application. Tilt your head slightly and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Instil few drops of the medicine into the affected eye(s). Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute. Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surface to avoid contamination.
Apply applying BRINZOX EYE DROPS, leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying BRINZOX EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon the severity of the disease condition. Do not stop using BRINZOX EYE DROPS without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again and become uncontrollable.
SIDE EFFECTS OF BRINZOX EYE DROPS
COMMON
- bitter or unusual taste
- eye irritation, blurred vision
UNCOMMON
- red and flaky skin, skin rash with raised bumps, tight skin
- abnormal heart rate
- shortness of breath or chest tightness with wheezing after physical exercise
- dizziness, headache
- sensation of tingling or pins and needles in the hands or feet
- tiredness
- signs of sinus problems (such as difficulty in breathing through the nose and pain in face)
- mucus builds up behind nose or throat
- abnormal or decreased sensation in mouth
- allergic symptoms (nose bleeds, runny nose, or sneezing)
- dryness of mouth
RARE
- difficulty in sleeping or drowsiness
- increased pressure within the eye
- hair loss
- generalised weakness, feeling jittery or irritable
- memory loss
- ringing in ears
Stop using BRINZOX EYE DROPS and contact your immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- eye problems (eye pain or redness, blurred vision, increased tear production with possible increased sensitivity to light, eye irritation)
- signs of decreased oxygen level in the body (such as difficulty in breathing, increase in heart rate with sweating, wheezing or crackling sounds or having blue lips, pale or grey skin)
- signs of angina (such as heavy or pressing sensation on the chest with severe sharp pain in the chest)
- severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the eye, eyelids, face, lips, tongue, hands or throat leading to difficulty in breathing)
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