BRINZOPT Sterile Ophthalmic Suspension
Therapeutic Class
Antiglaucoma Preparation
Indications
Brinzopt Sterile Ophthalmic Suspension is indicated in the treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma
Chemical Composition
Each ml contains Brinzolamide USP 10 mg.
Packaging
Each plastic dropper bottle contains 5 ml sterile ophthalmic suspension.
Dosage & Administration
Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) 2-3 times daily. Brinzopt may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug to lower intraocular pressure. If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least ten minutes apart.
Contraindications
Brinzolamide 1% ophthalmic suspension is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this product.
Side Effects
Reported side effects are blurred vision and bitter, sour or unusual taste. Other side effects are blepharitis, dermatitis, dry eye, foreign body sensation, headache, hyperemia, ocular discharge, ocular discomfort, ocular keratitis, ocular pain, ocular pruritus and rhinitis.