• Dorzolamide works by reducing the fluid in the eye, decreasing pressure
• Dorzolamide is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and other types of problems related to high pressure in the eyes
• Dorzolamide may have other purposes

Always follow the medication guidelines, your doctor's instructions, and your dosage amount instructions exactly. 

• Wash hands before use
• Tilt head back, pull down lower eyelid, look upwards and away, squeeze dropper
• Tilt head down, close eyes for 2-3 minutes, do not blink or squint, press the inside corner of your eye so liquid doesn't drain out of the tear duct
• Wait at least 5 minutes between drops
• Wait at least 10 minutes before using other prescribed eye drops
• Store at room temeperature away from heat, light, and moisture
• Keep container tightly closed
• If you miss a dose, take the missed dose as soon as possible, but if it's almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose

*Always inform your doctor of all known medications, medical conditions, and allergies prior to taking a new drug, including over-the-counter drugs, herbs, supplements, recreational drugs, and vitamins.

General precautions:

• Do not apply while wearing soft contact lenses
• Apply 15 minutes before putting on your contact lenses
• Do not touch your eye with the dropper
• Do not use your medication if you notice discoloration or particles
• Risk of serious side effects rises if the dorzolamide gets absorbed into the bloodstream
• Avoid driving and other activities that may be affected by blurry vision until you know how this medication affects you
• As with all medications, keep out of reach of children and do not share

Before starting this medication, inform your doctor if you have experienced the following:

• sulfa drug allergy
• Narrow-angle glaucoma
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Tell your doctor if you are pregnant and/or breastfeeding, or if you plan to

Do not use this medication if you:

• Are allergic

Cease use and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

• An overdose
• Symptoms of an allergic reaction, such as: hives, itch, breathing difficulties, swollen face/lips/tongue/throat
• Symptoms of a severe skin reaction, such as: sore throat, burning eyes, fever, skin pain, red/purple rash with blisters and peeling

Cease use and contact your doctor right away if:

• You experience an eye injury, infection, or surgery
• Your eyelids swell
• You are sensitive to light
• There are symptoms of an eye infection, such as: swelling, discomfort, crusting, drainage, redness

Interactions (inform your doctor if you also take these):

• Inform your doctor if you use other medications that treat glaucoma, especially oral medication
• Inform your doctor of all medications you use, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, supplements, and herbs

Please note that the precautionary information, interactions, and side effects listed on this webpage are not exhaustive. Other effects may occur. Please consult with your doctor about the relevance of this information to your personal case.

Always inform your doctor of all known medications, medical conditions, and allergies prior to taking a new drug, including over-the-counter drugs, herbs, supplements, recreational drugs, and vitamins.

Side effects may include:

• Burning/stinging in eyes
• Mild discomfort
• Bitter taste in mouth

Cease use and seek immediate medical attention if you experience:

(See Cautions)

Cease use and contact your doctor immediately if you experience:

(See Cautions)

Please note that the precautionary information, interactions, and side effects listed on this webpage are not exhaustive. Other effects may occur. Please consult with your doctor about the relevance of this information to your personal case.