Glaucoma:
Indications for: ZIOPTAN
For reducing elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Adult Dosage:
1 drop in conjunctival sac of affected eye(s) once daily in the PM.
Children Dosage:
Not recommended.
ZIOPTAN Warnings/Precautions:
Do not exceed recommended dose (may reduce efficacy). Active intraocular inflammation (eg, iritis/uveitis). Aphakia. Pseudophakia with torn posterior lens capsule. Risk of macular edema. Pregnancy (Cat.C); use effective contraception. Nursing mothers.
ZIOPTAN Classification:
Prostaglandin analogue.
ZIOPTAN Interactions:
Allow at least 5 minutes between application of other topical oph agents.
Adverse Reactions:
Conjunctival hyperemia, ocular stinging/irritation, ocular pruritus including allergic conjunctivitis, cataract, dry eye, ocular pain, increased ocular pigmentation (eg, iris, eyelid, eyelashes; may be permanent), other eyelash changes, blurred vision, macular edema, headache, cold, cough, urinary tract infection.
How Supplied:
Single-use containers (0.3mL)—30, 90
