Question 1

what is the definition or description of: cosopt allergy?

Accepted Answer

Injection: Cosopt is a drug for glaucoma. Main local allergic reaction is injection of the eye. One must also be aware of systemic side effects.

Question 2

using cosopt eye drop for glaucoma and have a sulfa allergy. what are some alternatives?

Accepted Answer

Sulfa, cosopt: Depending on what your target range of pressure is, you could try timolol, alphagan, xalatan, (latanoprost) lumigan, travatan, xioptan,  or combigan. Pilocarpine is also available but not nearly as convenient to use.  Then there is laser treatment too. Incisional surgery for glaucoma would be for people whose eye pressure is suboptimally controlled despite maximal tolerated medical &/or laser treatment.

Question 3

i'm using cosopt eye drop for glaucoma and have a sulfa allergy, anything to worry about?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Cosopt is a combination eye drop containing dorzolamide and timoptic (timolol).  Dorzolamide has a "sulfa group" in its chemical formula.  Some patients, not all, who have a sulfa allergy are allergic to it.  This present as a red, itchy eye  and surrounding skin.  If this happens, stop the drop and call your doctor.  Go to the er with difficulty breathing or swallowing.

Question 4

is it safe to use cosopt eye drops for glaucoma if i have a sulfa allergy?

Accepted Answer

See below: Cosopt is two eye drop medications in one. One of the two is a sulfa drug. If you have a true allergy to sulfa it may not be a good choice. You must consult your eye care professional first however before making any treatment decisions on your own.

Question 5

do you need a prescription for cosopt?

Accepted Answer

Cosopt: Yes, a prescription is required for Cosopt.

Question 6

i have glaucoma  i use cosopt for years. in the past 3months i couldn't   it and the pharmacist  gave me xolamol and im using it is it a problem?

Accepted Answer

Pharmacist: Your pharmacist can be very helpful in answering questions about your medications. A study showed that the 2 eye drop medications were equally effective. Xolamol is a generic version of cosopt. I hope this helps and reassures you.

Question 7

who should not use cosopt?

Accepted Answer

Cosopt: "Cosopt PF is contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma, a history of bronchial asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease." "osopt PF is contraindicated in patients with sinus bradycardia, second or third degree atrioventricular block, overt cardiac failure, and cardiogenic shock." "Cosopt PF is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this

Question 8

what is the generic form of cosopt?

Accepted Answer

Cosopt: Cosopt  = dorzolamide/timolol ophthalmic

Question 9

can cosopt cause floaters?

Accepted Answer

Rarely : Floating spots have been reported with Cosopt™ but rare and likely related to corneal effects rather than actual changes in vitreous composition.

Question 10

hair is falling out since using cosopt. what to do?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Possible: Call your eye md ; discuss this observation. Hair loss has been reported with cosopt. Likely the doc will have you discontinue it and try something different. Good luck.

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