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Compare Trusopt vs. Lumigan

Head-to-head comparisons of medication uses, side effects, warnings, and more.

Key takeaways

Dorzolamide and Lumigan (bimatoprost) are both eye drop medications used to treat high pressure in the eye, such as in conditions like ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma. However, they belong to different medication classes. Dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, while Lumigan is a prostaglandin. Dorzolamide is typically used three times a day, whereas Lumigan is used once daily in the evening. Dorzolamide is available as a lower-cost generic, while Lumigan's 0.01% strength is only available as a brand-name product. Common side effects of dorzolamide include burning or stinging in the eye and a bitter taste in the mouth, while Lumigan can cause eye redness, eyelash growth, and eye itching. Dorzolamide may not be suitable for those with a sulfa allergy, and Lumigan can cause permanent darkening of the eye color. Both medications require careful handling to avoid contamination and potential eye infections.

  • Dorzolamide
    Lumigan (bimatoprost)
  • Dorzolamide
    Lumigan (bimatoprost)

  • Summary of Trusopt vs. Lumigan

    Summary for Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
    Prescription only

    Dorzolamide is an eye drop medication used to treat high pressure in the eye in people with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The dosage is 1 drop applied directly into the affected eye(s) three times per day. It's available as a generic only as the brand-name medication Trusopt has been discontinued. Dorzolamide is a sulfa medication, so it might not be the best choice if you have a serious sulfa allergy. Side effects include burning or stinging in the eye and a bitter taste in the mouth.

    Summary for Prostaglandin
    Prescription only

    Lumigan (bimatoprost) is an eye drop that's used to treat conditions related to high pressure in the eye, including glaucoma. It belongs to the drug class called prostaglandins, which work in the eye to reduce eye pressure. The brand name Lumigan is the 0.01% strength of the eye drops. There's also a 0.03% strength of generic bimatoprost eye drops for glaucoma. People 16 years of age or older can use either strength. This eye drop is used once a day in the evening. Side effects include eye redness, itchy eyes, and eye irritation.

  • Indications of Trusopt vs. Lumigan

    Indications for

    Treatment of high pressure in the eye in people with:

    •Ocular hypertension
    •Open-angle glaucoma
    Indications for
    •Lowering pressure in the eye in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye)

  • Pros and Cons of Trusopt vs. Lumigan

    Pros and Const for Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor
    Pros
    •Doesn't typically cause side effects throughout the rest of your body
    •Can be combined with other medications
    •Safe to use in children
    Cons
    •Needs to be used 3 times a day
    •Can cause eye irritation right after applying a drop
    •Not the best option if you're allergic to sulfa medications
    Pros and Const for Prostaglandin
    Pros
    •Only used once a day
    •Starts to work within 4 hours and lasts for at least 8 to 12 hours
    •One of the first-choice options for open-angle glaucoma
    Cons
    •Might permanently darken the color of your eyes
    •Need to take out any soft contact lenses before using
    •Hasn't been studied for children younger than 16 years of age

  • Common Side Effects of Trusopt vs. Lumigan

    Common Side Effects for
    •Burning or stinging in the eye (33%)
    •Bitter taste (25%)
    •Bacterial eye infection (10-15%)
    •Allergic reaction in the eye (10%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Eye redness (up to 45%)
    •Eyelash growth (up to 45%)
    •Itchy eye (up to 45%)

  • Warnings of Trusopt vs. Lumigan

    Common Side Effects for
    •Severe allergic reactions
    •Risk for eye infection (from contamination)
    •Risk for swelling of the cornea
    Common Side Effects for
    •Darker eyes or eyelids
    •Eyelash changes
    •Eye inflammation
    •Swelling of the retina (macular edema)
    •Risk of bacterial eye infection when using contaminated medication
    •Don't use while wearing soft contact lenses

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