Biozine 15mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Biozine 15mg Tablet is used to treat elevated intraocular pressure (high pressure inside the eye) in people with ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma. It lowers the pressure in the eye by decreasing the production of fluid and reduces the risk of vision loss.
It is used in treatment of Glaucoma
It is used in treatment of Glaucoma
Uses of Biozine Tablet
- Glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
Side effects of Biozine Tablet
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Biozine
- Transient stinging
- Transient burning
How to use Biozine Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Biozine 15mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Biozine 15mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Biozine 15mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Biozine 15mg Tablet should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Biozine 15mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.
Kidney
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
There is limited information available on the use of Biozine 15mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- Biozine 15mg Tablet helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Notify your doctor if you have lung or heart diseases as Biozine 15mg Tablet may worsen these conditions.
- Stinging sensation may occur for 1-2 mins. Notify your doctor if it persists for longer.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Tetralin Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Beta blocker (Topical)
Patient concerns
FAQs
What does Biozine 15mg Tablet do?
Biozine 15mg Tablet reduces the pressure inside the eyes, known as intraocular pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of damage to the optical nerve responsible for normal vision. If the pressure in the eye is not controlled, it can gradually lead to blindness. Biozine 15mg Tablet effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
How should you use Biozine 15mg Tablet?
Biozine 15mg Tablet should be used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Biozine 15mg Tablet eye drops are usually instilled once or twice a day at evenly spaced intervals, until the pressure in the eye is controlled (about 4 weeks). After that, it can be instilled once a day or as advised by the doctor. Follow the directions of your doctor carefully, and ask your doctor to explain any part you do not understand.
Is Biozine 15mg Tablet effective?
Biozine 15mg Tablet is effective if used in the dose and duration advised by your doctor. Do not stop taking it even if you see improvement in your condition. If you stop using Biozine 15mg Tablet too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
I feel better now, can I stop using Biozine 15mg Tablet?
No, you should not stop using Biozine 15mg Tablet suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because if you stop the medication before completing the treatment then your symptoms may return or even worsen. Use Biozine 15mg Tablet in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Biozine 15mg Tablet.
In which conditions is the use of Biozine 15mg Tablet avoided?
Use of Biozine 15mg Tablet should be avoided in patients who are allergic to Biozine 15mg Tablet or any of its components. However, if you are not aware of any allergy or if you are using Biozine 15mg Tablet for the first time, consult your doctor.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Biozine 15mg Tablet?
Keep Biozine 15mg Tablet in the container or the pack it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose off the unused medicine. Keep it away from children and other people to avoid any misuse.
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Address: 90 FF, Durga Tower, RDC, Rajnagar, Ghazibad-201002
Country of origin: India
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