Common Questions about Dorzolamide-Timolol (Cosopt)

Is dorzolamide-timolol eye drop generic for Cosopt?

Yes, dorzolamide-timolol eye drop is generic for Cosopt.

Is Cosopt the same as Trusopt and Timoptic?

No, Cosopt contains two medications - dorzolamide and timolol. Trusopt contains only dorzolamide, which is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. Timoptic contains only timolol, which is a beta blocker. If Trusopt or Timoptic are not working well to control the high pressure in your eye, your doctor may recommend using Cosopt, which is a combination of these two drugs in one eye drop.

How long does it take dorzolamide-timolol to work?

The peak effect of dorzolamide-timolol occurs around 2 hours after administration. It may take up to 4 weeks to achieve a measurable reduction in intraocular pressure. Remember, this eye medication will help to control glaucoma but will not cure the condition. Continue using it even if you don’t have any symptoms.

Do you need to refrigerate dorzolamide-timolol?

You don’t need to refrigerate dorzolamide-timolol eye drops. You can store this medicine at room temperature. Do not freeze it. Also, avoid storing medicines in the bathroom, where they can be exposed to heat and humidity.

How long is a Cosopt bottle good for after opening?

An opened bottle of Cosopt is good until the expiration date mentioned on the bottle. However, long-term use increases the risk of contamination, which can lead to eye infection. Cosopt PF is the preservative-free version, and it comes in individual single-use containers. Do not reuse the single-use container even if there's some medicine remaining in it. Since it does not have a preservative, the risk of contamination is high.

What is the price of dorzolamide-timolol without insurance?

Without insurance, dorzolamide-timolol can be as high as $56.39, but with a free BuzzRx prescription discount coupon, you could pay as low as $19.80 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 dorzolamide-timolol with insurance?

Ask your pharmacist or insurance provider for your copay price on dorzolamide-timolol—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.

You could save up to 80% on your prescription medication with a free BuzzRx discount coupon for dorzolamide-timolol. When using the BuzzRx lookup tool to find the price of your medicine, be sure to enter the correct dosage, form, and quantity to receive the most accurate discounted pricing. It never hurts to ask your pharmacist to try BuzzRx when filling or refilling any of your prescriptions—whether you have insurance or not.