It works to reduce the fluid in the eye and thus reduces eye pressure.
Medical uses of Cosopt eye drops
It is used to reduce high eye pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
How to use Cosopt eye drops
Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medication before putting in your contact lenses. Tilt your head back, look up, and pull down your lower eyelid to make a pouch. Hold the dropper directly over your eye and apply one drop, usually twice a day (12 hours apart) or as directed by your doctor.
Doses may be changed in special circumstances, so always follow the instructions of your doctor or pharmacist.
If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital immediately.
If you miss a dose, take it as soon as you remember unless it is almost time for your next dose.
Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for a missed dose.
Side effects of Cosopt eye drops
Although the following side effects are not common to everyone, some patients may experience:
Temporary blurred vision, temporary burning/stinging/itching/redness of the eye, watery eyes, dry eyes, dry mouth, feeling as if something is in the eye, headache, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur.
If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding precautions while taking Cosopt eye drops
This medicine should not be used during pregnancy unless the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breastfeeding: It is not known if it passes into breast milk.
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
Your doctor will discuss the potential risks and benefits of using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding.
Helpful Tips
Many vitamins and nutrients are important for eye health, including zinc, copper, selenium, and the antioxidant vitamins C, E, and A. For example: Multivitamins
Exercise safely: Regular exercise may reduce eye pressure.
Talk to your doctor about an appropriate exercise program.
Warnings and precautions when taking Cosopt eye drops
It is very important that your eye doctor checks your progress at regular visits to ensure that the medication is working properly and is not causing unwanted effects.
If itching, redness, swelling, or any other signs of eye or eyelid irritation occur, consult your doctor.
If you or your child has an eye injury or infection, or needs eye surgery, talk to your doctor right away.
You may need to change or stop using your medication.
This medicine may cause some people to feel dizzy, drowsy, tired, or less alert than they are normally.
Do not drive or do anything else that could be dangerous until you know how this medicine affects you.
This medicine may increase the effects of alcohol and other central nervous system depressants (medicines that make you sleepy or less alert).
Some examples of CNS depressants are antihistamines, allergy medications, sedatives, sleeping medications, prescription pain medications, narcotics, seizure medications, barbiturates, muscle relaxants, or anesthetics, including some dental anesthetics.
Consult your doctor before taking any of the above while using this medicine.
It may cause your eyes to become more sensitive to light than they are normally.
Wearing sunglasses and avoiding excessive exposure to bright light may help reduce discomfort.
Storage conditions for Cosopt eye drops
Store below 25°C.
Do not refrigerate.
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
Must be stored in the original container to protect from moisture.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date shown on the carton/label.
The expiration date refers to the last day of the month.
