Common Questions about Dorzolamide

Are dorzolamide and timolol the same?

No, dorzolamide and timolol are different medications. They are both used to treat elevated intraocular pressure in people with glaucoma. However, dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and timolol is a beta blocker.

How long can I use dorzolamide eye drops?

You can continue using a bottle of dorzolamide until the expiry date mentioned on the bottle or 28 days after opening a bottle, whichever is earlier.

Is it okay to refrigerate dorzolamide?

You should not refrigerate dorzolamide. Store the bottle at room temperature.

Can I stop using dorzolamide?

You should not stop using dorzolamide without talking to your doctor first. This medicine works to reduce intraocular pressure only as long as you are using it. There is no cure for glaucoma, so generally chronic administration (long-term use, often lifelong) of glaucoma drops is required to control the condition.

How long does it take for Trusopt to work?

Trusopt (dorzolamide) lowers eye pressure within 2 hours of a dose.

What is the price of Trusopt without insurance?

Without insurance, Trusopt can be as high as $84.00, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $21.98 for the most common version of this medication. Use the BuzzRx drug price look-up tool to find the lowest discounted price, and be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity for the most accurate pricing. While generics tend to have the best savings, you can also use your BuzzRx card and coupons to purchase brand-name versions. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescription drugs—whether you have insurance or not.

What is the price of Trusopt with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on Trusopt—copay amounts vary depending on the type of insurance plan you have and if there is a deductible to reach before prescription drug coverage begins.

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