Benozol 1% (Ophthalmic Suspension)

5 ml drop: ৳ 550.00

Medicine Details

Category	Details
Generic	Brinzolamide
Company	Popular pharmaceuticals ltd

Indications

Treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

Pharmacology

Inhibition of carbonic anhydrase in the ciliary processes of the eye decreases aqueous humor secretion

Dosage & Administration

Shake well before use
Insert 1 drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily
May be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic products
Pediatric use: One drop in the affected eye(s) 2 times daily in pediatric patients (4 weeks to 5 years age)
Geriatric use: No overall differences in safety or effectiveness observed between elderly and younger patients

Interaction

Rare instances of drug interactions with high-dose salicylate therapy
Consider potential drug interactions in patients receiving Benozol

Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to any component of this product

Side Effects

Most frequently reported adverse events were blurred vision and bitter, sour, or unusual taste
Other reported adverse events include allergic reactions, alopecia, chest pain, conjunctivitis, dizziness, dry mouth, and more

Pregnancy & Lactation

Pregnancy Category C
Should be used during pregnancy only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk to the fetus

Precautions & Warnings

Sulfonamide and systemic absorption
Adverse reactions attributable to sulfonamides may occur
Fatalities rarely occurred due to severe reactions to sulfonamides
Sensitization may occur when a sulfonamide is re-administered

Overdose Effects

Electrolyte imbalance, development of an acidosis state, and possible nervous system effects may occur

Therapeutic Class

Drugs for miotics and glaucoma

Storage Conditions

Store at room temperature & protect from light
Do not touch dropper tip to any surface
Desirable that the contents should not be used more than four weeks after first opening of the bottle
Protect from freezing

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