Brinzotim Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops

Brinzotim Eye Drop contains Brinzolamide and Timolol as active medicines. Together both these components work to treat conditions like glaucoma where there is increased pressure in eyes and which can not be controlled by a single medicine. Use Brinzotim as prescribed by your doctor for stated duration.

Dosage

Overdose

In case you happen to instil more than the prescribed dose of Brinzotim Eye Drops, immediately rinse your eyes with clean water. However, upon accidental ingestion, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed instilling Brinzotim Eye Drop drops, instil it as soon as possible. Do not over-apply this medicine just to compensate for the missed application.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• The normal pressure of eyes is maintained by a fluid called aqueous humour present in our eyes. In case of excessive production or obstruction in outflow of this fluid, pressure in eyes rises, leading to a condition called glaucoma.
• Brinzotim Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines, Brinzolamide and Timolol, which lower the pressure of eyes by reducing the production and increasing the outflow of aqueous humour.

Directions for Use

• Use Brinzotim Eye Drop as instructed by your doctor.
• Follow directions carefully & do not miss an application.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after instilling.
• Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. Keep the dropper clean.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Brinzotim Eye Drop during pregnancy?

You should not use Brinzotim Eye Drop if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Consult your doctor and look for safer options.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Brinzotim Eye Drop while breastfeeding?

You should not use Brinzotim Eye Drop if you are a breastfeeding mother. Discuss with your doctor whether you stop breastfeeding if this medicine is prescribed to you.

Driving

Can I drive if I have instilled Brinzotim Eye Drop?

Brinzotim Eye Drop may cause reduced alertness and blurred vision (temporary). Drive only if you feel completely alert and your vision is clear.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Brinzotim Eye Drop?

It is not advised to consume alcohol while using Brinzotim Eye Drop, as it may lead to worsening of certain side effects.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have dry eyes or any other problem related to the eyes.
• You are scheduled for any operation.
• You wear contact lenses.
• You have breathing difficulty.
• Poor circulation of blood (Raynaud's phenomenon).
• You have a history of allergies or if you are diabetic.
• You suffer from thyroid, liver, kidney or heart-related disorder.
• You have muscle weakness (myasthenia gravis).

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to Brinzolamide, Timolol or any other ingredient of Brinzotim Eye Drop.
• If you have known allergy to medicines of the sulphonamide group.
• If you are allergic to certain blood pressure-lowering medicines (beta-blocker group).
• If you have breathing-related disorders (asthma, COPD).
• If you are suffering from serious heart disease (heart failure, shock, second or third-degree heart block, sick sinus syndrome, sinus bradycardia).
• If you have a severe allergy of the nose (allergic rhinitis).
• If you suffer from serious kidney disorder.
• If the acid level of your blood remains high (hyperchloremic acidosis).

Side effects

• Burning, itching or pain in eyes
• Blurred vision (for a short time just after instilling the drops)
• Altered taste
• Dry mouth
• Slow heart rate

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Concomitant use of oral tablets containing same or similar medicines as Brinzolamide and Timolol should be done judiciously, as it may add up to the side effects caused by the medicine.
• Antifungal and antiviral medicines should be given with caution.
• Blood pressure-lowering medicines and medicines for heart diseases should be administered wisely.
• Discuss with your doctor about any other medicines, herbal preparations and supplements you are taking currently to avoid any interactions.

Storage and disposal

• Store in a cool and dry place.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Brinzotim Eye Drop for an ear infection?

No, Brinzotim Eye Drop is meant to be used as an eye drop. Do not use it for ears. Consult your doctor for the problem in your ears.

I have been prescribed 3 eye drops by my doctor. Can I use them all together?

If you have been prescribed multiple eye drops or ointments, make sure you give a gap of 15 to 20 minutes between the application of each.

Can Brinzotim Eye Drop cause blindness?

Brinzotim Eye Drop will not cause blindness but do not self-medicate. Use this medicine on doctor's prescription only.

Can I use Brinzotim Eye Drop while wearing my contact lenses?

Do not use this medicine while you are wearing contact lenses. If your doctor has allowed you to use lenses, remove contact lenses before instillation of Brinzotim Eye Drop and wait at least 15 minutes or more before reinsertion. A component of this eye drop (Benzalkonium chloride) is known to discolour soft contact lenses.