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Iopar-SR Capsule

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Product introduction

Iopar-SR Capsule is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes. This pressure can be caused by or lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight. Iopar-SR Capsule works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.

You can take Iopar-SR Capsule with or without food. The dose will depend on your condition and how you respond to the medicine. Try to take it at the same time each day. It is important to keep taking this medicine until your doctor tells you not to. Use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit from it even if you feel well.

The most common side effect is headache. Other side effects include feeling tired, dizziness, and taste change. Make sure you read the leaflet that comes with your medicines and tell your doctor if you are bothered by side effects or they do not go away. It may be possible to adjust your dose or try a different medicine. This drug is not recommended during pregnancy and you should ask your doctor before taking it if you have kidney or liver disease, heart trouble or diabetes.

Uses of Iopar Capsule SR

Benefits of Iopar Capsule SR

In Glaucoma

Iopar-SR Capsule belongs to a group of medicines called carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. It helps reduce pressure in your eyes that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.

How to use Iopar Capsule SR

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. Iopar-SR Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Iopar Capsule SR works

Iopar-SR Capsule is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. It works in glaucoma by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Iopar-SR Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Iopar-SR Capsule 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
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Iopar-SR Capsule is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.
Doses of up to 1000 mg daily produce low levels in milk and would not be expected to cause any harmful effects in breastfed babies.
Driving
UNSAFE
Iopar-SR Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
.Iopar-SR Capsule can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Iopar-SR Capsule should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Iopar-SR Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Iopar-SR Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Iopar-SR Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Iopar-SR Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Iopar-SR Capsule is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.

What if you forget to take Iopar Capsule SR?

If you miss a dose of Iopar-SR Capsule, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.\n

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Quick tips

  • Iopar-SR Capsule helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduce the risk of vision loss.
  • Usually used in combination with other anti-glaucoma medications.
  • Take it as per dose and duration suggested by your doctor.
  • Use caution while driving or doing anything that requires concentration as Iopar-SR Capsule can make you very drowsy.
  • It may cause a tingling sensation in hands and feet. Take potassium-rich foods (banana and coconut water), and get potassium levels checked regularly.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Sulfonamides Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor

Interaction with drugs

Taking Iopar with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Patient concerns

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there is a medicine prescribed by a doctor , but i can't understand the name of that medicine i am sending the image as attached prescription.
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Hello PATIENT tooth you have cavity if there is no pain then cavity shall be replaced by tooth colouring restorative materials but if there is pain then should go for a radiograph that's called IOPAR( Intra oral peri apical radiograph) for cavity and cleaning you should consult with your near able dentist.
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FAQs

Q. What does Iopar-SR Capsule do?

Iopar-SR Capsule reduces the pressure inside the eyes, known as intraocular pressure. This helps to reduce the risk of damage to the optic nerve responsible for normal vision. If the pressure in the eye is not controlled, it can gradually lead to blindness. Iopar-SR Capsule effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.

Q. Who should not take Iopar-SR Capsule?

You should not take Iopar-SR Capsule if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Iopar-SR Capsule or sulfa drugs. Also, let your doctor know if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or are breastfeeding to avoid any harmful effect on your baby.

Q. Is Iopar-SR Capsule effective?

Iopar-SR Capsule 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 Iopar-SR Capsule too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.

Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Iopar-SR Capsule?

No, you should not stop using Iopar-SR Capsule suddenly without talking to your doctor. This is because if you stop the medication before completing the treatment, your symptoms may return or even worsen. Use Iopar-SR Capsule in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Iopar-SR Capsule.

Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Iopar-SR Capsule?

If you forget a dose of Iopar-SR Capsule, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, take it in the regular schedule instead of taking the missed dose. Do not double the dose to make up for the missed one as this may increase the chances of developing side effects.

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