Brinzolamide (Ophthalmic)

Brand Names : Azopt

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Discharge from the eye; feeling of something in the eye; headache; redness, soreness, irritation, or pain of eye or eyelid; skin rash

Rare

Chest pain; dizziness; excessive muscle tone; hair loss; hives; kidney pain; itching, swelling, or other signs of eye or eyelid irritation; seeing double; shortness of breath; sore throat

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Bitter, sour, or other unusual taste; blurred vision for a short time after use of medicine

Less common

Burning, stinging, or discomfort when medicine is applied; dry eye; runny nose

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.