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Brinzolamide eye drops

  • After instilling your eye drops, you should press on the tear duct (at the corner of the eye closest to your nose), or gently close your eyes for about three minutes- this will minimise the amount of medicine absorbed into the bloodstream.
  • If you are using more than one type of eye drop you should administer them at least five minutes apart.
  • If you wear contact lenses you should take these out while you are administering the drops into your eye. You should not put your lenses back in until 15 minutes after administering the drops.
  • Throw away eye drops 28 days after opening.

About brinzolamide eye drops

Type of medicine Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
Used for Glaucoma (raised pressure in the eyes)
Also called Azopt
Available as Eye drops

Brinzolamide Eye Drops work by blocking the action of an enzyme in the body called carbonic anhydrase, therefore resulting in less production of aqueous humour, the watery fluid that fills the space in the front of the eye.

Before using brinzolamide eye drops

Before using brinzolamide eye drops make sure your doctor or pharmacist knows:

  • If you are pregnant, trying for a baby or breast-feeding.
  • If you have liver or kidney problems.
  • If you wear soft contact lenses.

How to use brinzolamide eye drops

  • Follow the instructions given to you by your doctor.

Getting the most from your treatment

  • Avoid letting the dropper tip of the eye drop bottle touch the eyelids.
  • Shake the bottle well before use and keep it tightly closed when not in use.
  • After instilling your eye drops, you should press on the tear duct (at the corner of the eye closest to your nose), or gently close your eyes for about three minutes- this will minimise the amount of medicine absorbed into the bloodstream.
  • If you are using more than one type of eye drop you should administer them at least five minutes apart.
  • If you wear contact lenses you should take these out while you are administering the drops into your eye. You should not put your lenses back in until 15 minutes after administering the drops.
  • Throw away eye drops 28 days after opening.

Can brinzolamide eye drops cause problems

Along with their useful effects all medicines can cause unwanted side effects, which usually improve as your body adjusts to the new medicine. Speak with your doctor or pharmacist if any of the following side effects continue or become troublesome.

Common side-effects - these affect less than 1 in 10 people who take this medicine What can I do if I experience this
Headache Ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable pain-killer.
Abnormal sensation in eye, eye irritation
Blurred vision		 Speak to your doctor if this doesn't resolve.
Do not drive or operate machinery if your vision is blurred.
Altered taste, dry mouth Try chewing sugar-free gum, sucking pieces of ice or sugar-free sweets.

How to store brinzolamide eye drops

  • Keep all medicines out of the reach of children.
  • Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.

Important information about all medicines


  • Keep all medicines out of the sight and reach of children.
  • Make sure that the person prescribing this medicine knows about any other medicines that you are taking. This includes medicines you buy and herbal and homeopathic medicines.
  • If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your other medicines.
  • Before taking this medicine tell your doctor if you have ever had an allergic reaction after taking any medicine.
  • Never take more than the prescribed dose. If you suspect that you or someone else has taken an overdose of this medicine go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital at once. Always take the container with you, if possible, even if it is empty.
  • If you are having any treatment like an operation or dental treatment tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.
  • Always read the printed information leaflet that comes with your medicine.
  • This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
  • Never keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
  • If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.
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