Misopt Eye Drop combines two active ingredients, Dorzolamide (a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor) and Timolol (a beta-blocker), to create a powerful dual-action treatment for elevated intraocular pressure. This specialized formulation provides comprehensive eye pressure management. Uses Misopt Eye Drop treats open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension in patients who haven’t responded adequately to single medications. It’s also used for normal-tension glaucoma, secondary glaucomas, and as post-surgical therapy to maintain reduced intraocular pressure. Benefits Dual-mechanism action for enhanced efficacy Significant reduction in intraocular pressure Twice-daily convenient dosing regimen Preserves vision by preventing further damage Reduces risk of glaucoma progression Effective when monotherapy is insufficient Simplified treatment compared to using separate medications Extended duration of pressure control How It Works Misopt Eye Drop works through two complementary mechanisms. Dorzolamide inhibits carbonic anhydrase in the eye, reducing fluid production. Simultaneously, Timolol blocks beta-adrenergic receptors, further decreasing aqueous humor production and lowering intraocular pressure to protect the optic nerve from damage. Duration of Action Effects begin within 30 minutes of application with maximal pressure reduction occurring 2 hours after administration. The pressure-lowering effect typically lasts 12 hours, making twice-daily dosing effective for sustained pressure control throughout the day. Dosage Patient Type Recommended Dosage Frequency Adults 1 drop Every 12 hours Elderly 1 drop Every 12 hours Children Not recommended Not applicable Warnings Misopt Eye Drop is contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma, severe COPD, sinus bradycardia, heart block, cardiac failure, or cardiogenic shock. Discontinue use and seek immediate medical attention if breathing difficulties, heart problems, or severe allergic reactions occur. Side Effects Common side effects include eye irritation, burning, stinging, blurred vision, bitter taste, and conjunctival redness. Systemic effects may include headache, fatigue, dizziness, and rarely, breathing difficulties, depression, and reduced heart rate. Pregnancy and Breastfeeding Use during pregnancy only when clearly needed and potential benefits justify possible risks to the fetus. The active ingredients can be absorbed systemically and excreted in breast milk. Exercise caution when administering to nursing women. Interactions Oral beta-blockers (enhanced systemic effects) Calcium channel blockers (conduction disturbances) Catecholamine-depleting drugs (additive effects) Quinidine (potentiated beta-blockade) CYP2D6 inhibitors (increased systemic absorption) Digitalis with calcium antagonists (conduction time effects) Clonidine (possible rebound hypertension) Precautions Remove contact lenses before application and wait 15 minutes before reinserting. Apply gentle pressure on the tear duct for 1-2 minutes after application to reduce systemic absorption. Wait at least 10 minutes between applications of different eye medications. Store the bottle tightly closed at room temperature away from light. Important Information Misopt Eye Drop must be used regularly as prescribed to be effective. Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface to avoid contamination. Discard the bottle 28 days after opening even if solution remains. Regular eye examinations are necessary to monitor intraocular pressure and evaluate treatment effectiveness. Product Image Highlights Customer questions & answers Have a question about this product? Your question * Name * Email * Notify me when answered. Recent Popular Unanswered There are no questions yet. Be the first to ask a question about this product. Tailored to Your Needs Ololan Olopatadine EyeDrop 0.1%w/v x5ml₦7,500.00Rated 0 out of 5 Ololan Olopatadine Eye Drop is used to treat allergic conjunctivitis... Add to cart Cifradex Eye/Ear Drops (Dexamethasone) 5ml₦4,500.00Rated 0 out of 5 Cifradex Eye/Ear Drops is used for conditions such as bacterial... Add to cart Ciloxan Eye Drops 5ml₦3,800.00Rated 0 out of 5 Ciloxan Eye Drops are used to treat eye infections resulting... Add to cart Alphagan Eye Drop (Brimonidine) x5ml₦30,000.00Rated 0 out of 5 Alphagan Eye Drop is an α₂ agonist medication used to... Add to cart Cancel replyReview our product to get a chance to receive coupon!Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Your rating Rate… Perfect Good Average Not that bad Very poor Your review * Choose pictures & videos(maxsize: 2000 KB, max files: 5) Choose pictures & videos Your review is being submitted. Please wait a moment Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.
