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Azopt
INDICATIONS
AZOPT® (brinzolamide ophthalmic suspension) (brinzolamide ophthalmic suspension) 1% is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor indicated in the treatment of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
The recommended dose is one drop of AZOPT® (brinzolamide ophthalmic suspension) 1% in the affected eye(s) three times daily. If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least ten (10) minutes apart.
HOW SUPPLIED
Dosage Forms And Strengths
Solution containing 10 mg/mL brinzolamide.
AZOPT® (brinzolamide ophthalmic suspension) 1% is supplied in plastic DROP-TAINER® dispensers with a controlled dispensing-tip as follows:
| 5 mL | NDC 0065-0275-05 |
| 10 mL | NDC 0065-0275-10 |
| 15 mL | NDC 0065-0275-15 |
Storage and Handling
Store AZOPT® (brinzolamide ophthalmic suspension) 1% at 4-30°C (39-86°F). Shake well before use.
Alcon Laboratories, Inc. Fort Worth, Texas 76134 USA. Revised: 8/2010
Last reviewed on RxList: 4/28/2011
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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