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Brinzolamide drops What kind of medication is this? Since it reduces the quantity of fluid in the eye, BRINZOLAMIDE also lowers the pressure that is present within the eye. Brinzolamide ophthalmic (medication for the eyes) is prescribed to patients who have been diagnosed with glaucoma or another condition that results in increased intraocular pressure. In addition to the uses that are described in this medication reference, brinzolamide ophthalmic may also be utilized for a variety of additional applications. Before I start using this medication, what information is important for my physician to have? If you know that you have an allergy to brinzolamide, you should not take this medicine. Inform your physician if you have a history of drug allergies or if you suffer from narrow-angle glaucoma before beginning treatment with this medicine. FDA pregnancy category C. There is a possibility that an unborn child might be harmed by this medicine. Inform your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or if you intend to get pregnant while you are receiving treatment. It is unknown whether brinzolamide ophthalmic gets into breast milk or whether it may be harmful to a baby who is being breastfed. If you are a breastfeeding mother and intend to use this medicine, you must first discuss it with your physician. What is the correct way to take this medication? It is important that you do not take this medicine if you are going to be wearing contact lenses. This drug could have a preservative, and soft contact lenses have the potential to take in that preservative. After using the eye drops, you should refrain from putting your contact lenses in for at least 15 minutes. Take brinzolamide ophthalmic in accordance with the instructions that were provided to you by your doctor. You should not take the drug in greater doses or for a longer period of time than what is prescribed by your physician. Always make sure to follow the directions on the label of your medication. Before using the eye drops, you should wash your hands. To administer the eye drops as follows: Create a little pocket under your lower eyelid by tilting your head back ever-so-slightly and pulling down on your lower eyelid. Keep the tip of the dropper pointing away from the eye as you hold it above your eye. Turn your gaze upward and away from the liquid droplet. Squeeze out a drop and shut your eye. To prevent the liquid from flowing into your tear duct, keep your finger pressed gently on the inside corner of your eye (near your nose) for approximately one minute. Repeat the methods outlined above for your second eye if you choose to use the drops in both of your eyes. Moreover, wait at least ten minutes before applying any other eye drops that have been suggested to you by your doctor. It is important to ensure that the dropper does not come into contact with any surface, especially the eyes or the hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated, it has the potential to induce an infection in your eye, which, if left untreated, might result in permanent vision loss or other significant eye damage. If the medication has changed colors or seems to have particles in it, do not use it. Notify your primary care physician as soon as possible if you suspect that you have an eye infection, have had an eye injury, or are about to have any kind of eye surgery. It is possible that you will need to refrain from using the medication temporarily. What should I do if I forget a dose? If you forget to take a dosage, take it as soon as you realize it. If it is almost time for your next scheduled dosage, you should skip the dose that you missed. It is not safe to take more medication in an attempt to make up for a missed dosage. What other substances could react with this medication? Inform your physician if you are already taking any of the following medications before beginning treatment with brinzolamide ophthalmic: salicylates, including but not limited to aspirin, Novasal, Doan's Extra Strength, Salflex, and Tricosal, as well as others; This list is not exhaustive, and it is possible that brinzolamide ophthalmic can have an effect on the metabolism of other medications. Talk to your primary care physician about any and all drugs you use, including those purchased over the counter and those prescribed to you. This includes medications, vitamins, minerals, and herbal supplements that have been prescribed by other medical professionals. Do not begin using a new medicine before consulting your primary care physician. What side effects should I be on the lookout for when using this medication? It is important that you do not take this medicine if you are going to be wearing contact lenses. This drug could have a preservative, and soft contact lenses have the potential to take in that preservative. After using the eye drops, you should refrain from putting your contact lenses in for at least 15 minutes. Inform your physician if you have a history of drug allergies or if you suffer from narrow-angle glaucoma before beginning treatment with this medicine. It is important to ensure that the dropper does not come into contact with any surface, especially the eyes or the hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated, it has the potential to induce an infection in your eye, which, if left untreated, might result in permanent vision loss or other significant eye damage. If your eye doctor has not recommended a specific medicine for you to take, you should not use any other eye medication. If you take another eye medicine, you should wait at least 10 minutes before or after using brinzolamide ophthalmic before or after applying it. It is not recommended to take both of these drugs at the same time. Vision may get hazy if you use the ophthalmic form of brinzolamide. Be extremely cautious if you are going to be driving or engaging in any activity that needs you to have clear vision. What potential negative reactions may I have to this medication? If you have any of the following symptoms of an allergic reaction, you should seek immediate medical attention: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or neck. If you have any of the following major adverse effects while taking this medicine, you should immediately stop taking it and contact your doctor: swelling or redness of your eyelids; eye redness, discomfort, or sensitivity to light; drainage, crusting, or oozing of your eyes or eyelids; fever, sore throat, and headache in conjunction with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash; pain in your upper stomach; jaundice (yellowing of your skin or eyes); pale skin; easy bruising or bleeding; or chest pain. There is a possibility that you could experience the following less serious adverse effects: blurred vision, double vision, drooping eyelid; burning or stinging in your eye; bitter or unusual taste in your mouth; stomach or back pain; dry eyes, feeling that something is in your eye; headache; or nausea, diarrhea. This list of potential adverse effects is not exhaustive; additional symptoms may also surface. Where exactly may I store my medication? This drug should be kept at room temperature, away from both moisture and heat, and not in the refrigerator. While not in use, ensure that the cap is securely fastened on the bottle.