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Zioptan Generic Name & Formulations
Legal Class
Rx
General Description
Tafluprost 0.0015%; oph soln; preservative-free.
Pharmacological Class
Prostaglandin analogue.
How Supplied
Single-use containers (0.3mL)—30, 90
Manufacturer
Zioptan Indications
Indications
For reducing elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Zioptan Dosage and Administration
Adult
1 drop in conjunctival sac of affected eye(s) once daily in the PM.
Children
Not recommended.
Zioptan Contraindications
Not Applicable
Zioptan Boxed Warnings
Not Applicable
Zioptan Warnings/Precautions
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 Pharmacokinetics
See Literature
Zioptan Interactions
Interactions
Allow at least 5 minutes between application of other topical oph agents.
Zioptan Adverse Reactions
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.
Zioptan Clinical Trials
See Literature
Zioptan Note
Not Applicable
Zioptan Patient Counseling
See Literature
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