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Drug Interactions between brinzolamide ophthalmic and dichlorphenamide

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Moderate

dichlorphenamide brinzolamide ophthalmic

Applies to: dichlorphenamide and brinzolamide ophthalmic

GENERALLY AVOID: Following ophthalmic administration, brinzolamide and dorzolamide are systemically absorbed and may have additive pharmacologic effects with other, systemically administered carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. The risk of adverse effects such as drowsiness, paresthesia, tinnitus, electrolyte imbalance, metabolic acidosis, and gastrointestinal disturbances may be increased.

MANAGEMENT: The concomitant use of ocular and systemic carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is not recommended.

References (2)
  1. (2001) "Product Information. Azopt (brinzolamide ophthalmic)." Alcon Laboratories Inc
  2. (2001) "Product Information. Trusopt (dorzolamide ophthalmic)." Merck & Co., Inc

Drug and food interactions

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Drug Interaction Classification

These classifications are only a guideline. The relevance of a particular drug interaction to a specific individual is difficult to determine. Always consult your healthcare provider before starting or stopping any medication.
Major Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit.
Moderate Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances.
Minor Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan.
Unknown No interaction information available.

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