Cosopt-S Caution For Usage

Special precautions for disposal and other handling: No special requirements.
The dose is one drop of Cosopt-S in the (conjunctival sac of the) affected eye(s) two times daily.
Do not allow the single-dose container to touch the eye or areas around the eye. It could cause injury to the eye. It may also become contaminated with bacteria that can cause eye infections leading to serious damage of the eye, even loss of vision. To avoid contamination of the eye drop solution, a new single-dose container should be opened immediately prior to each use; there is enough solution in each container for both eyes if told by the doctor to use the drops in both eyes.
Discard the opened container with any remaining contents immediately after use.
Instructions for use: Open the foil pouch which contains the individual single-dose containers. Write the date of first opening on the sachet.
1. Wash the hands.
2. Take the strip of containers from the pouch.
3. Detach one single-dose container from the strip.
4. Put the remaining strip back in the pouch and fold the edge to close the pouch.
5. To open the container, twist off the tab.
6. Hold the container between the thumb and index finger. Note that the tip of the container must not show more than 5 mm above the edge of the index finger.
7. Tilt the head backwards or lie down. Place the hand on the forehead. The index finger should be aligned with the eyebrow or resting on the bridge of the nose. Look up. Pull the lower eyelid downwards with the other hand. Do not allow any part of the container to touch the eye or any area around the eye. Gently squeeze the container to let one drop fall into the space between the lid and the eye. Do not blink while applying the drop to the eye. Each single-dose container contains enough solution for both eyes.
8. Close the eye and press the inner corner of the eye with the finger for about two minutes. This helps to stop the medicine from getting into the rest of the body.
9. Wipe off any excess solution from the skin around the eye.
If told by the doctor to use drops in both eyes, repeat steps 7 to 9 for the other eye.
After putting the drop into the eye(s), throw away the used single-dose container even if there is solution remaining to avoid contamination of the preservative-free solution.
Store the remaining containers in the foil pouch; the remaining containers must be used within 1 month after opening of the pouch. If there are any containers left 1 month after opening the pouch, they should be safely thrown away and a fresh pouch opened. It is important to continue to use the eye drops as prescribed by the doctor.
If unsure how to administer the medicine, ask the doctor, pharmacist or nurse.
Incompatibilities: Not applicable.