Endor Plus Eye Drops 5ml

Glaucoma (162)Rx required

Key Information

Generic Name

Generic Name Dorzolamide 2 %+Timolol 0.5 %

Manufacturer

Entod Pharmaceuticals Ltd

Country of Origin

India

Detailed Information

Introduction

INTRODUCTION ABOUT ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPSENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is a combination of Dorzolamide and Timolol which belongs to the group of medicines called Ophthalmic anti-glaucoma agents. It is used to manage increased pressure in the eye caused due to glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It is typically used in patients who have not responded adequately to therapy with beta-blockers (Ex. timolol) alone. ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is for ophthalmic use only. Instil a few drops of the medicine into the affected eye(s). Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surfaces to avoid contamination. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Before using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have or previously had any breathing problems, asthma, COPD, diabetes, thyroid problems, Raynaud’s disease or any other eye problems apart from glaucoma (such as eye infections or eye surgery) as a precaution. Do not use ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common

Uses

OF ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS Manage glaucoma/ocular hypertension

How It Works

ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (a type of lubricating eye fluid) in the eye. As a result, it reduces strain on the eyes and provides relief from unpleasant symptoms of ocular hypertension (such as eye pain, headache, or blurred vision).

Directions for Use

Use ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after application. Tilt your head slightly and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Instil few drops of the medicine into the affected eye(s). Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute. Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surface to avoid contamination. Apply applying ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS, leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon the severity of the disease condition. Do not stop using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again.

Side Effects

using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS are burning or stinging of eyes, eye redness and itching, blurred vision, bitter taste and headache. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects bothers you. USES OF ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS Manage glaucoma/ocular hypertension HOW ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS WORKSENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS reduces intraocular pressure by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (a type of lubricating eye fluid) in the eye. As a result, it reduces strain on the eyes and provides relief from unpleasant symptoms of ocular hypertension (such as eye pain, headache, or blurred vision). DIRECTIONS FOR USEUse ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before and after application. Tilt your head slightly and gently pull the lower eyelid downwards. Instil few drops of the medicine into the affected eye(s). Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute. Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surface to avoid contamination. Apply applying ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS, leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon the severity of the disease condition. Do not stop using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again. SIDE EFFECTS OF ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPSCOMMON burning and stinging of the eyes metallic taste or bitter taste eye redness, itching or watering eye discomfort numbness in eyes eye pain, dry eyes blurred vision, headache sinusitis (feeling of tension or fullness to the nose) nausea weakness, tiredness UNCOMMON dizziness depression poor eyesight slow heartbeat, fainting, difficulty breathing kidney stones RARE tingling or numbness of the hands or feet lack of sleep, nightmares, memory loss increased muscle pain or cramps decreased sex drive dry mouth, diarrhoea hair loss, skin rash Peyronie’s disease (which may cause a curvature of the penis) Stop using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS and contact your immediately if you experience any of the following side effects: severe eye irritation, inflammation or redness, blurred vision and swelling of eyelids severe allergic reactions (such as skin rash, swelling of the eye, eyelids, face, lips, tongue, hands or throat leading to difficulty in breathing) blistering and peeling of the skin coughing, wheezing, abnormal breathing or abnormal pauses in breathing (apnoea)

Warnings & Precautions

& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is generally not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before using it. BREASTFEEDINGENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is generally not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before using it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience dizziness or blurred vision after using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS. KIDNEYENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in patients with severe kidney diseases or a previous history of kidney stones. It should be used with caution in patients with other minor kidney problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. LIVERENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in patients with liver problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS if you are allergic to Dorzolamide, Timolol or to any other beta-blockers (Ex. labetalol). LUNGSENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in patients who currently have or previously had any lung problems such as asthma or COPD. It should be used with caution in patients with breathing difficulties. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. HEART DISEASEENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS is not recommended for use in patients with heart problems (such as slow or irregular heartbeat or cardiogenic shock). It should be used with caution in patients with coronary artery disease. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. OTHERSBefore using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you: had any surgery in your eyes have any other eye problems apart from glaucoma (such as eye infection) have low blood pressure have Raynaud’s disease (poor blood circulation to hands and feet) have diabetes have overactivity of the thyroid gland wear soft contact lenses have any surgery in the upcoming days Use in pediatrics: ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years). Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. Use in geriatrics: ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Drug Interactions

SA. Drug-Drug interactions – Before using ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following medicines such as: other carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (used to manage glaucoma) Ex. acetazolamide and brinzolamide sulphonamides (used to manage bacterial infections) Ex. sulfamethoxazole, sulfasalazine medicines used to manage heart problems (such as nifedipine, verapamil or diltiazem) digoxin, quinidine (a medicine used to manage irregular heartbeat) plant extracts used for hypertension (such as rauwolfia) adrenaline (a medicines used to manage hypersensitivity reactions) clonidine (a medicine used to manage high blood pressure) other beta-blockers (used to manage hypertension or glaucoma) such as pindolol, labetalol, propranolol, atenolol etc. medicines used for depression (such as fluoxetine and paroxetine) medicines used to manage diabetes (such as metformin, insulin) medicines used for pain relief (such as morphine) Overdosage: If you or anyone else accidentally used more ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS, rinse your eye with warm water. If still irritation persists, consult your doctor. If you or anyone else accidentally swallowed this medicine, contact your doctor or visit the nearby hospital. Symptoms of overdosage might include headache, dizziness, difficulty in breathing, slow heart rate and chest pain. SYNOPSIS Drug : Dorzolamide, Timolol Pharmacological Category : Carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, Beta-blockers Therapeutic Indication : Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension Dosage Forms : Eye drops, Ophthalmic suspension MORE INFORMATION Keep ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS out of reach of children Store ENDOR PLUS EYE DROPS at room temperature

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Last Updated

09 Dec 2022

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