Dortas Information

Dortas is a prescription medicine that is available as a Drops. Glaucoma are some of its major therapeutic uses.

The optimal dosage of Dortas is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Dortas also has some side effects, the most common being Eye Swelling. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Dortas can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Dortas are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

Dortas's effect during pregnancy is Unknown and Unknown while nursing. It is important to know if Dortas has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Dortas related warnings section.

Other contraindications of Dortas have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Drug interactions for Dortas have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Dortas is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.

Dortas Benefits & Uses
Dortas Dosage & How to Take
Dortas Side Effects
Dortas Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Dortas with Other Drugs
Dortas Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Dortas
Dortas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Dortas Benefits & Uses

Dortas is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Glaucoma

Dortas Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Dortas Related Warnings

Is the use of Dortas safe for pregnant women?

The effects of Dortas on pregnant women are unknown since no research has been done to ascertain it yet.

Unknown
Is the use of Dortas safe during breastfeeding?

No research work has been carried out till date on effect of Dortas on breastfeeding women. So it is not known whether taking Dortas will cause side effects or not.

Unknown
What is the effect of Dortas on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Dortas on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Dortas on the Liver?

There are no any side effects of Dortas on the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Dortas on the Heart?

You can take Dortas without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Dortas with Other Drugs

Dortas should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Aspirin

Dipyridamole

Moderate

Phenylephrine

Acetazolamide

Dortas Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Dortas unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Porphyria
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Urinary Incontinence

Frequently asked Questions about Dortas

Is this Dortas habit forming or addictive?

Dortas is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Dortas will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Dortas only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Dortas is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Dortas Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Dortas

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Dortas with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Dortas

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Dortas.

Unknown