- It is used in treatment of glaucoma
- Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 Press 250mg Tablet DT 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.
Press 250 mg DT
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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. Press 250mg Tablet DT works by decreasing the amount of fluid inside the eye.
You can take Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 PRESS TABLET DT
BENEFITS OF PRESS TABLET DT
In Glaucoma
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 PRESS TABLET DT
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Dissolve it in a glass of water before taking it. Press 250mg Tablet DT may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
HOW PRESS TABLET DT WORKS
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 Press 250mg Tablet DT. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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
Press 250mg Tablet DT may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
.Press 250mg Tablet DT can occasionally cause short-sightedness, drowsiness or confusion which may affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Press 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Press 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Press 250mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Press 250mg Tablet DT should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Press 250mg Tablet DT may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Press 250mg Tablet DT is not recommended in patients with severe kidney disease.
WHAT IF YOU FORGET TO TAKE PRESS TABLET DT?
If you miss a dose of Press 250mg Tablet DT, 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.
Quick Tips
Fact Box
Chemical class |
Sulfonamides Derivatives |
Habit forming |
No |
Therapeutic class |
Ophthal |
Action class |
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor |
Interaction with drugs
Taking Press with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Aspirin
Brand(s): Aspirin, Actisprin, Asicom
Serious
Carbamazepine
Brand(s): Antep, C Lep, Ametol
Serious
Lithium carbonate
Brand(s): Psycolith, Cartil, A Lith
Serious
Phenobarbitone
Brand(s): Shinosun
Serious
FAQs
Q. What does Press 250mg Tablet DT do?
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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. Press 250mg Tablet DT effectively controls ocular hypertension and certain types of glaucoma by decreasing the pressure in the eyes.
Q. Who should not take Press 250mg Tablet DT?
You should not take Press 250mg Tablet DT if you have or ever had cirrhosis, severe liver or kidney disease, an electrolyte imbalance, adrenal gland failure, or an allergy to Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 Press 250mg Tablet DT effective?
Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 Press 250mg Tablet DT too early, the symptoms may return or worsen.
Q. I feel better now, can I stop using Press 250mg Tablet DT?
No, you should not stop using Press 250mg Tablet DT 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 Press 250mg Tablet DT in the dose and duration advised by your doctor to get maximum benefit of Press 250mg Tablet DT.
Q. What if I forget to take a dose of Press 250mg Tablet DT?
If you forget a dose of Press 250mg Tablet DT, 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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