Misopt Information

Misopt, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. The alternative uses of Misopt have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Misopt. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Misopt include Eye Swelling. While these are the most often observed Misopt side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Misopt go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Misopt is Moderate for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Misopt's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Misopt is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Heart Failure, Diabetes, COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Misopt are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Misopt may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Misopt, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Misopt Benefits & Uses
Misopt Dosage & How to Take
Misopt Side Effects
Misopt Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Misopt with Other Drugs
Misopt Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Misopt
Misopt Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Misopt Benefits & Uses

Misopt is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Misopt Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 2 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Misopt Related Warnings

Is the use of Misopt safe for pregnant women?

Misopt can have harmful effects in pregnant women. If you experience any discomfort after using Misopt, then discontinue the use and take your doctor's advice.
Is the use of Misopt safe during breastfeeding?

If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Misopt. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Misopt on the Kidneys?

Misopt rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Misopt on the Liver?

Very few cases of side effects of Misopt on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Misopt on the Heart?

Misopt has very mild side effects on the heart.

Severe Interaction of Misopt with Other Drugs

Misopt should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aspirin

Dipyridamole

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Acetazolamide

Epinephrine

Alemtuzumab

Amlodipine

Amiodarone

Glipizide,Metformin

Amace Tablet

Glibenclamide,Metformin

Chlorpheniramine,Dextromethorphan,Paracetamol,Phenylephrine

Misopt Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Misopt unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Porphyria
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Urinary Incontinence
Heart Failure
Diabetes
COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Asthma
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Misopt

Is this Misopt habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Misopt.

Misopt Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Misopt

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Misopt and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Misopt

Consult your doctor before consuming alcohol while taking Misopt as it can have severe side effects.

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1401

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 155

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Trusopt® (dorzolamide hydrochloride)

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