According to my doctor, this drug is perfect for me. Zioptan does not contain any preservatives, as I am allergic. It does cause dryness and a burning sensation. It has lowered my pressure beautifully.
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I have been on it for 7 days and am quitting this drug. First, my nose got stuffy, and I didn't know that this was a side effect. Now my sinuses are messed up and I am getting earache and headaches, which happens when I get too stuffed up. Each day the stuffiness gets worse. Next, I see flashes of light, and my eyes are bothering me in that they are too dry. And I have been really fatigued, but I ...
Strumit | 45-54 | Male | On medication for 1 to 6 months | Patient
7/31/2012
Condition: Wide-Angle Glaucoma
Overall rating 3.7
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Been using now for 3 months with no negative side effects. No preservatives in Zioptan, so no eye redness like prior drop Lumigen. However, have to keep the drops refrigerated. I use with Cosopt,and my eye pressure is 11 in both eyes.
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TipTess | 45-54 | Female | On medication for less than 1 month | Patient
6/22/2012
Condition: Increased Pressure in the Eye
Overall rating 3.3
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Eye redness and irritation. Headaches. Sinus irritation.
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