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Optipres Eye Drops

Manufactured byCIPLA LTD
ContainsBetaxolol
Description
Optipres Eye Drops is a medicine used to treat eye conditions such as intraocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma caused due to increased fluid pressure inside the eyes. Optipres Eye Drops works by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eyes, thus reducing the fluid pressure. Optipres Eye Drops may cause side effects like headache, burning sensation in the eyes, dry eyes, itching, etc. Most of these side effects are temporary and resolve on their own. However, consult your doctor if they persist or worsen. It may also cause blurred vision immediately after instilling the medicine in your eyes. Avoid driving vehicles or operating machines until your vision is clear. Optipres Eye Drops is meant for external use only. To use this medicine, pull down your lower eyelid and squeeze a few drops of the medicine into the eyelid pocket. Do not stop using this medicine without consulting your doctor, as it may worsen your condition. Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Inform your doctor if you are using any other medicines in your eyes or have any other eye problems to make sure this medicine is safe for you. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medicine.
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Side effects

Major & minor side effects for Optipres Eye Drops

  • Blurred vision
  • Burning or stinging sensation at application site
  • Cataract
  • Headache
  • Itching
  • Eye discomfort

Uses of Optipres Eye Drops

What is it prescribed for?

  • Intraocular hypertension
  • Open angle Glaucoma
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Concerns

Commonly asked questions

  • How long does it take for this medicine to take effect?
    Optipres Eye Drops may show its effect within 15-30 minutes.
  • How long do the effects of this medicine last?
    The effect of Optipres Eye Drops lasts for approximately 12 hours.
  • Is it safe to consume alcohol while taking this medicine?
    Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
  • Is this a habit forming medicine?
    No habit-forming tendencies were reported for Optipres Eye Drops.
  • Can this medicine be taken during pregnancy?
    Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.
  • Can this medicine be taken while breast-feeding?
    Optipres Eye Drops may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.

Allergy

Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you are allergic to it. Seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms such as skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.

Heart and blood vessel disorder

Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you have sinus bradycardia (slow heartbeat), heart failure (heart is unable to pump enough blood throughout the body), or heart rhythm disorder. This medicine may further worsen your condition.

Respiratory Conditions

Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use if you have or have had respiratory conditions such as asthma (narrowing of the airways with excessive mucous production) or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (a lung condition that causes blockage of airflow leading to breathing-related problems). This medicine may cause narrowing of the airways and further worsen your condition.
Warnings for special population

Pregnancy

Optipres Eye Drops is not recommended for use during pregnancy as it may harm your foetus. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant.

Breast-feeding

Optipres Eye Drops may pass into the breastmilk. Hence it is not recommended for use while breastfeeding unless necessary. Consult your doctor before using this medicine.
General warnings

Driving or operating machines

Optipres Eye Drops may cause blurred vision immediately after instilling the medicine. Therefore, avoid performing activities like driving vehicles and/or operating machines until your vision is clear.

Contamination

Appropriate precautions should be taken to prevent the contamination of the container. Do not touch the tip of the container against any surface. Also, close the cap tightly after use.

Missed Dose

Instill the missed dose of Optipres Eye Drops as soon as you remember. If it is time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.

Overdose

Never instill more than the prescribed dose. Contact your doctor in case of an overdose of Optipres Eye Drops.
All drugs interact differently for person to person. You should check all the possible interactions with your doctor before starting any medicine.
Interaction with Alcohol

Description

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.

Instructions

Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
Interaction with Medicine

Epinephrine

Clonidine

Dopamine

Amlodipine

Disease interactions

Diabetes

Optipres Eye Drops should be used with caution if you have diabetes (high blood sugar levels) due to the increased risk of very low blood sugar levels. Monitor your blood sugar levels regularly during treatment with this medicine.

Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone (a chemical substance that regulates the body's metabolism, digestive function, brain development, bone maintenance, etc.). Optipres Eye Drops should be used with caution if you have hyperthyroidism. In such cases, an abrupt withdrawal of this medicine may worsen your condition. Your doctor may taper the dose gradually throughout one to two weeks, when necessary, to decrease this risk. Avoid the discontinuation of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Food interactions
Information not available.
Lab interactions
Information not available.
This is not an exhaustive list of possible drug interactions. You should consult your doctor about all the possible interactions of the drugs you’re taking.
Optipres Eye Drops is meant for external use only. Instill the medicine in your eyes as instructed by your doctor. Follow all the usage instructions mentioned on the label or packaging insert. Wash your hands before and after use. Avoid touching the tip of the bottle against your eye or other surfaces. Close the cover of the bottle after administration to keep it clean and free from contamination. Do not wipe or rinse the dropper tip. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before instilling other medications in the same eye. Do not use Optipres Eye Drops for more than 30 days after breaking the seal. Avoid using Optipres Eye Drops if the solution is cloudy or the colour has changed.
Miscelleneous

Usage does not depend on food timings

To be taken as instructed by doctor

Does not cause sleepiness

How it works
Optipres Eye Drops works by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eyes, thus reducing the fluid pressure.
Legal Status

Approved

Approved

Approved

Approved

Classification

Category

Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Schedule

Schedule H

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https://dailymed.nlm.nih.gov/dailymed/drugInfo.cfm?setid=1fc0a413-4e6b-4ed7-9957-ace4c8cfab55
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Information on this page was last updated on 18 Aug 2022

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