Monosopt
- Manufactured by: Micro Labs Ltd
- Contains / Salt: Dorzolamide (2 % w/v)
Monosopt
Prescription Required
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Monosopt Information
Monosopt is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is typically used for the treatment of Glaucoma.
The correct dosage of Monosopt depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Common side effects of Monosopt include Eye Swelling. While these are the most often observed Monosopt side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Such side effects of Monosopt normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
In addition, Monosopt's effect is Unknown during pregnancy and Unknown for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Monosopt's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Monosopt contraindications section.
Additionally, Monosopt may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Monosopt is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Monosopt Benefits & Uses
Monosopt is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Monosopt 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 |
|
Geriatric |
|
13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
|
Monosopt Side Effects
Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Monosopt is used -
Moderate
- फोटोफोबिआ
- धुंधली दृष्टि
- आँख आना (और पढ़ें - आंख आने के घरेलू उपाय)
Mild
- आँखों का जलना
- आंख में जलन
Common
- आंखों में सूजन
Monosopt Related Warnings
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Is the use of Monosopt safe for pregnant women?
Side effects of Monosopt during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.
Unknown -
Is the use of Monosopt safe during breastfeeding?
Information about safety of Monosopt for women who are breastfeeding is not available since scientific research on this is yet to be done.
Unknown -
What is the effect of Monosopt on the Kidneys?
There are no side effects of Monosopt on the kidneys.
Safe -
What is the effect of Monosopt on the Liver?
Monosopt is completely safe for the liver.
Safe -
What is the effect of Monosopt on the Heart?
You can take Monosopt without any fear of damage to the heart.
Safe
Severe Interaction of Monosopt with Other Drugs
Monosopt should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Monosopt Contraindications
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Monosopt unless your doctor advises you to do so -
- Porphyria
- Liver Disease
- Kidney Disease
- Urinary Incontinence
Frequently asked Questions about Monosopt
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Is this Monosopt habit forming or addictive?
Monosopt does not cause addiction.
No -
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Monosopt as it does not make you drowsy.
Safe -
Is it safe?
Yes, Monosopt is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise -
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Monosopt for mental disorders.
No
Monosopt Interactions with Food and Alcohol
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Interaction between Food and Monosopt
There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Monosopt with food.
Unknown -
Interaction between Alcohol and Monosopt
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Monosopt with alcohol will be.
Unknown
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