Key takeaways
Dorzolamide and Travoprost (Travatan Z) are both eye drop medications used to treat high pressure in the eye, which can occur with conditions like open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. However, they belong to different medication classes. Dorzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor, while Travoprost is a prostaglandin. Dorzolamide is typically applied three times a day, whereas Travoprost is used once daily in the evening. Dorzolamide is available only as a generic, while Travoprost is available in both brand and generic forms. Common side effects of Dorzolamide include burning or stinging in the eye and a bitter taste in the mouth, while Travoprost can cause eye redness and may change the color of your eyes or eyelashes over time. Dorzolamide can be combined with other medications like brimonidine, whereas Travoprost is often a first-choice treatment on its own. If you have a sulfa allergy, Dorzolamide might not be suitable for you, but Travoprost does not have this restriction.
