Description: Azarga Eye Drops are a prescription eye medication used to lower intraocular pressure in individuals with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The formulation combines two active ingredients to provide enhanced therapeutic effects for controlling eye pressure.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredients:
- Brinzolamide 10 mg/ml
- Timolol maleate 5 mg/ml
- Inactive Ingredients: Sodium chloride, sodium citrate, benzalkonium chloride (as a preservative), and water for injection.
Usage Instructions:
- Instill one drop into the affected eye(s) twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart.
- Tilt your head back and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
- Place the dropper above the eye and squeeze the bottle to release one drop into the pocket.
- Close your eye gently and press your finger against the corner of your eye near the nose for a minute to prevent the liquid from draining into the throat.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination.
Benefits:
- Effectively lowers intraocular pressure, helping to prevent damage to the optic nerve.
- Reduces the risk of vision loss due to glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Combines two medications with different mechanisms of action for improved efficacy.
Precautions:
- Do not use if allergic to brinzolamide, timolol, or any other ingredients in the eye drop.
- Inform your doctor if you have a history of asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), heart conditions, or diabetes.
- Possible side effects include eye irritation, blurred vision, and a bitter taste. Contact your healthcare provider if you experience severe side effects or signs of an allergic reaction such as rash, itching, or swelling.
- Use with caution if you are using other eye medications; wait at least 5 minutes between applications.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature between 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F).
- Keep away from direct sunlight and moisture.
- Do not freeze.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer: Allergan Pharmaceuticals
