{"id":5790,"date":"2020-12-25T16:14:23","date_gmt":"2020-12-25T16:14:23","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/?p=5790"},"modified":"2023-02-10T06:36:04","modified_gmt":"2023-02-10T06:36:04","slug":"azarga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/medicines\/azarga\/","title":{"rendered":"Azarga &#8211; Brinzolamide \/ Timolol Uses, Dose And Side Effects"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Azarga 10 mg\/ml + 5 mg\/ml&nbsp;Eye Drops&nbsp;,&nbsp;Brinzolamide\/Timolol Suspension&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. What Is Azarga And What It Is Used For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Azarga contains two ingredients, brinzolamide and\u00a0timolol, which lower the pressure in the eye. Azarga is used to treat high pressure in the eyes, also called\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0or\u00a0ocular <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/hypertension\/\">hypertension<\/a>, in adult patients over the age of 18 and in whom it is impossible to effectively control the high pressure in the eyes with just one drug.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. What You Need To Know Before Using Azarga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do Not Use Azarga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If you are allergic to brinzolamide, medicines called\u00a0sulfonamides\u00a0(for example, medicines used to treat\u00a0diabetes,\u00a0infections,\u00a0and also\u00a0diuretics\u00a0),\u00a0timolol,\u00a0beta-blockers\u00a0(medicines used to lower\u00a0blood pressure\u00a0or to treat heart disease), or any other ingredient of this medicinal product (listed in section 6).<\/li><li>If you have or have ever had lung diseases such as\u00a0asthma, severe long-term. Obstructive\u00a0bronchitis\u00a0(severe lung disease that may cause wheezing, difficulty breathing, and persistent cough), or other breathing problems.<\/li><li>If you have severe hay fever.<\/li><li>If you have a low\u00a0heart rate,\u00a0heart failure,\u00a0or diseases that affect the heart rhythm (irregular heartbeat).<\/li><li>If you have too acidic blood (a condition called hyperchloraemic\u00a0acidosis\u00a0).<\/li><li>If you have severe kidney problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Warnings And Cautions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Only Azarga eye drops are used as\u00a0eye drops. If there are any signs of a bad or\u00a0hypersensitive reaction, stop using the medicine and talk to your doctor.<br>Tell your doctor before using Azarga if you have or have had<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Coronary heart disease (symptoms may include pain or tightness in the chest, shortness of breath, or suffocation),\u00a0heart failure, low\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Heart rate disorders such as\u00a0slow heartbeat<\/li><li>Respiratory problems,\u00a0asthma,\u00a0or\u00a0chronic obstructive pulmonary disease<\/li><li>Disease with impaired blood circulation (eg\u00a0Raynaud&#8217;s disease\u00a0or Raynaud&#8217;s syndrome)<\/li><li>Diabetes\u00a0because\u00a0timolol\u00a0can mask the signs and symptoms of low blood sugar<\/li><li>Overactive\u00a0thyroid gland\u00a0because\u00a0timolol\u00a0can obscure signs and symptoms of thyroid disease<\/li><li>Muscle weakness (\u00a0myasthenia gravis\u00a0)<\/li><li>Tell your doctor before surgery that using Azarga as\u00a0timolol\u00a0may alter the effects of certain medicines during\u00a0anesthesia.<\/li><li>Suppose you have had atopy (a tendency to have an allergic reaction ) and severe allergic reactions. In that case, you may be more susceptible to allergic reactions while using Azarga. Adrenal treatment\u00a0may not be as effective in treating an\u00a0allergic reaction. Therefore, tell your doctor or nurse that you are using Azarga when you receive any other treatment.<\/li><li>If you have liver problems.<\/li><li>If you have dry eyes or corneal\u00a0problems.<\/li><li>If you have kidney problems.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Children And Young People<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Azarga is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Other Medicines And Azarga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medicines. AZARGA can affect or be affected by other medicines you use, including other\u00a0eye drops\u00a0for glaucoma\u00a0(\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Tell your doctor if you are taking or plan to take medicines to lower your\u00a0blood pressure, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Parasympathomimetics and guanethidine, or other heart medicines that contain\u00a0quinidine\u00a0(used to treat heart conditions and certain types of\u00a0malaria\u00a0)<\/li><li>Amiodarone or other medicines to treat heart rhythm disorders and\u00a0glycosides\u00a0to treat\u00a0heart failure.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Also, tell your doctor if you are taking or plan to use medicines to treat:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Diabetes\u00a0or\u00a0stomach ulcers<\/li><li>Antifungals<\/li><li>Antivirals, antibiotics,\u00a0or antidepressants such as:<ul><li>Fluoxetine<\/li><li>Paroxetine<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor if you take another carbohydrate inhibitor (acetazolamide or dorzolamide).\u00a0Increases in pupil size during concomitant use of Azarga and\u00a0adrenaline\u00a0(\u00a0epinephrine\u00a0) have been reported sporadically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Pregnancy And Breastfeeding<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should not use Azarga if you are pregnant or might become pregnant unless your doctor considers it necessary.\u00a0Talk to your doctor before using Azarga. Do not use Azarga if breastfeeding; timolol\u00a0may pass into breast milk.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Consult a doctor before taking any medicine while breastfeeding.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Driving And Using Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Do not drive or use tools or machines until the vision is clear.\u00a0You may find that your vision becomes foggy just after using Azarga.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>One of the active substances may affect the ability of elderly patients to perform tasks that require mental alertness and physical coordination.\u00a0You should be careful when driving or using machines if you are affected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Azarga Contains Benzalkonium Chloride.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There is a\u00a0preservative\u00a0in Azarga (benzalkonium chloride), which can discolor soft contact lenses and cause eye irritation.\u00a0Therefore, do not wear contact lenses when using Azarga.\u00a0Wait 15 minutes after using Azarga before reinserting the lenses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Use Azarga<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Azarga eye drops uses<\/span><\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.\u00a0Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you are unsure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you switch from other\u00a0eye drops\u00a0used to treat\u00a0glaucoma\u00a0and\u00a0switch\u00a0to Azarga, stop taking the other medicine and start using Azarga the next day.\u00a0If you are not sure, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>To prevent the tip and\u00a0suspension of the\u00a0dropper\u00a0from contaminating, ensure you do not touch the eyelids, surrounding areas, or other surfaces with the tip of the dropper.\u00a0Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The following measures help limit the amount of drug that enters the bloodstream after the application of eye drops:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Close your eyes while gently pressing the inner corner of your eye with your finger for at least 2 minutes.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>The recommended\u00a0Azarga dose\u00a0is<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>one drop in the affected eye (s) twice daily.<\/li><li>Only use Azarga in both eyes if your doctor prescribes it.\u00a0Use Azarga for as long as your doctor prescribes it.<\/li><li><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>To use the eye drops:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/LIF\/product?userType=2&amp;nplId=20080108000038#\" rel=\"noopener\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fass.se\/imaging\/resources\/b868e245-4270-4afb-a85d-069d44ddf57c\" alt=\"Administration\"\/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Get the bottle and a mirror.<\/li><li>Wash your hands.<\/li><li>Shake the bottle carefully before use.<\/li><li>Unscrew the cap on the bottle.\u00a0If the safety collar is loose after removing the hat, remove the collar before using the product.<\/li><li>Hold the bottle upside down between your thumb and fingers.<\/li><li>Tilt your head back.\u00a0Pull the eyelid down with a clean finger so that a pocket is formed between the eyelid and the eye.\u00a0The drop should end up in the pocket (figure 1).<\/li><li>Move the tip of the bottle close to the eye.\u00a0Use the mirror if it facilitates.<\/li><li>Do not touch the eye or eyelid, surrounding areas, or other surfaces with the bottle tip.\u00a0This can contaminate the drops.<\/li><li>Press the bottom of the bottle with your index finger to release one drop of Azarga at a time.<\/li><li>Please do not squeeze the bottle;\u00a0it is designed to have sufficient light pressure at the bottom (figure 2).<\/li><li>After using Azarga, you should press lightly with a finger in the corner of your eye at the nose for 2 minutes (see Figure 3).\u00a0This prevents Azarga from entering the rest of the body.<\/li><li>If you use drops in both eyes, repeat the procedure in the other eye.<\/li><li>Screw the cap onto the bottle firmly immediately after use.<\/li><li>Use one bottle before opening the next.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If the drop misses the eye, try again.<\/strong><br>If you use other\u00a0eye drops\u00a0or ointments, wait at least 5 minutes between each medicine.\u00a0Eye ointments should be used last.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you use\u00a0more\u00a0Azarga\u00a0than you should,<\/strong> rinse your eyes with lukewarm water.\u00a0Do not drip in more drops until it is time for your next\u00a0dose. You may have:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>A slower\u00a0heart rate<\/li><li>Lower\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Heart failure<\/li><li>Difficulty breathing<\/li><li>The nervous system may be affected<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>If you forget to use Azarga<\/strong>, continue with the next\u00a0azarga dose\u00a0as usual.\u00a0Do not take a double\u00a0dose\u00a0to make up for a forgotten\u00a0dose.\u00a0Do not use more than one drop in the affected eye (s) twice daily.<br>If you stop using Azarga\u00a0without talking to your doctor, the pressure in your eye will not be checked, which could lead to vision loss. If you have any further questions about the use of this product, ask your doctor or pharmacist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Possible Azarga Eye Drops Side Effects<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This medicine can cause side effects like all medicines,\u00a0although not everybody gets them. Stop using this medicine and contact your doctor immediately\u00a0if you get:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rash<\/li><li>Severe skin reaction<\/li><li>Severe\u00a0redness<\/li><li>Itching\u00a0in the eye<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This may indicate an\u00a0allergic reaction\u00a0(frequency is unknown). You can usually continue to use the drops unless the\u00a0side effects\u00a0are severe.\u00a0If you are worried, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.\u00a0Do not stop using Azarga without talking to your doctor first.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Common\u00a0azarga eye drops side effects\u00a0are<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>(may affect up to 1 in 10 users)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Effects in the eye:\u00a0<\/strong>Inflammation\u00a0of the eye surface, blurred vision, signs and symptoms of eye irritation (eg burning sensation, tingling,\u00a0itching, tearing,\u00a0redness\u00a0), eye pain.<\/li><li>General side effects:<ul><li>Slower\u00a0heart rate<\/li><li>Taste changes<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Uncommon\u00a0side effects\u00a0are<\/strong> <strong><em>(may affect up to 1 in 100 people)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Effects in the eye:<\/strong><ul><li>Erosion\u00a0of the cornea (damage to the anterior layer of the eyeball)<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the surface of the eye with surface damage<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0inside the eye<\/li><li>Staining of the cornea<\/li><li>Abnormal sensation in the eyes<\/li><li>Discharge from the ey<\/li><li>Dry eyes<\/li><li>Tired eyes<\/li><li>Itchy eyes<\/li><li>Red eyes<\/li><li>Eyelid redness\u00a0<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>General side effects:<ul><li>Decreased\u00a0white blood cell count<\/li><li>Decreased\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Cough<\/li><li>Blood in the urine<\/li><li>Weakness in the body<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Rare&nbsp;side effects&nbsp;are&nbsp;<em>(&nbsp;<\/em><\/strong><strong><em>may affect up to 1 in 1000 users)<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Effects in the eye:<\/strong><ul><li>Corneal problems<\/li><li>Photosensitivity<\/li><li>Increased tear production<\/li><li>Crusting on the eyelid<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Common side effects:<\/strong><ul><li>Difficulty sleeping<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/sore-throat\/\">Sore throat<\/a><\/li><li>Runny nose<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Has been reported\u00a0<em>(\u00a0occurs in an unknown number of users\u00a0)<\/em>:<\/strong>\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Effects in the eye:<\/strong><ul><li>Eye <a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/insect-allergy\/\">allergy<\/a><\/li><li>Visual disturbance<\/li><li>Damage to the\u00a0optic nerve<\/li><li>Increased pressure in the eye<\/li><li>Deposits on the surface of the eye<\/li><li>Decreased sensitivity in the eye<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0or\u00a0infection\u00a0in the conjunctiva (whites of the eyes)<\/li><li>Abnormal, double or impaired vision<\/li><li>Increased\u00a0pigmentation\u00a0in the eye<\/li><li>Growth on the surface of the eye<\/li><li>Swollen eyes<\/li><li>Photosensitivity<\/li><li>Decreased growth of\u00a0eyelashes\u00a0or decreased number of\u00a0eyelashes<\/li><li>Drooping upper eyelids (keeps the eye half-closed)<\/li><li>Inflammation\u00a0of the eyelids and eyelid glands<\/li><li>Inflammation the cornea and loosening of the layer under the retina that contains blood vessels after filtration surgery, which can cause visual disturbances, decreased sensitivity of the cornea.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Heart and blood circulation<\/strong>:<ul><li>Altered rhythm or rate of the heartbeat<\/li><li>Slow\u00a0heart rate<\/li><li>Palpitations, a type of heart rhythm<\/li><li>Abnormal increase of\u00a0pulse<\/li><li>Chest pain<\/li><li>Cardiac dysfunction<\/li><li>Myocardial infarction<\/li><li>Increased\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Decreased blood supply to the brain,\u00a0stroke<\/li><li>Edema\u00a0(fluid retention)<\/li><li>Chronic heart failure\u00a0(heart disease with shortness of breath and swelling of the feet and legs due to fluid retention)<\/li><li>Swollen\u00a0extremities<\/li><li>Low\u00a0blood pressure<\/li><li>Discoloration of fingers, toes, and sometimes other body parts (Raynaud&#8217;s phenomenon), cold hands, and feet.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li>Lungs \/ Respiratory tract:<ul><li>Contraction of the airways in the lungs (especially in patients with pre-existing disease)<\/li><li>Shortness of breath or shortness of breath<\/li><li>Cold symptoms<\/li><li>Chest tightness<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/sinusitis\/\">Sinusitis<\/a>, sneezing<\/li><li>Nasal congestion<\/li><li>Dry nose,<\/li><li>Nosebleeds<\/li><li>Asthma<\/li><li>Throat irritation<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Nervous system and general disorders:<\/strong><ul><li>Hallucinations<\/li><li>Depression<\/li><li>Nightmares<\/li><li>Memory loss<\/li><li>Headache<\/li><li>Nervousness<\/li><li>Irritation<\/li><li>Fatigue<\/li><li>Tremors<\/li><li>Abnormal sensation<\/li><li>Fainting<\/li><li>Dizziness<\/li><li>Drowsiness<\/li><li>General or severe weakness<\/li><li>Unusual sensations such as:<ul><li>Tingling in the skin<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Gastrointestinal disorders:<\/strong><ul><li>Nausea<\/li><li>Vomiting<\/li><li>Diarrhea<\/li><li>Flatulence, or uncomfortable feeling in the abdomen<\/li><li>Sore throat<\/li><li>Dry or abnormal sensation in the mouth<\/li><li>Stomach upset<\/li><li>Stomach pain<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Blood:<\/strong><ul><li>Abnormal liver function values<\/li><li>Increased chlorine levels in the blood or decreased number of\u00a0red blood cells\u00a0during blood tests.<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Allergy<\/strong>:<ul><li>Increased allergic symptoms and generalized allergic reactions<\/li><li>Including swelling under the skin that may occur in places such as\u00a0the face, arms, and legs and may obstruct the airways, which may cause difficulty in swallowing or breathing<\/li><li>Hives<\/li><li>Limited and generalized rash<\/li><li>Itching<\/li><li>Severe, sudden life-threatening\u00a0allergic reaction<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Ears:<\/strong><ul><li>Ringing in the ears<\/li><li>The feeling of rotation or dizziness<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Skin<\/strong>:<ul><li>Rash<\/li><li>Redness or\u00a0inflammation<\/li><li>Abnormal or diminished sensation in the skin<\/li><li>Hair loss<\/li><li>Rash with silvery white appearance (psoriasis-like rash)<\/li><li>Worsening of\u00a0psoriasis<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Muscles:<\/strong><ul><li>General back, joint, or muscle pain not caused by exercise<\/li><li>Muscle cramps<\/li><li>Pain in the\u00a0extremities<\/li><li>Muscle weakness\/muscle fatigue<\/li><li>Increased signs and symptoms of\u00a0myasthenia gravis\u00a0(muscle disorder)<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Kidneys:<\/strong><ul><li>Kidney pain such as<\/li><li><a href=\"https:\/\/zeepedia.com\/medical\/diseases\/back-hurts\/\">Back pain<\/a><\/li><li>Frequent urination<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Reproduction:<\/strong><ul><li>Sexual\u00a0dysfunction<\/li><li>Decreased\u00a0libido<\/li><li>Sexual difficulties in men<\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><strong>Metabolism:<\/strong><ul><li>Low blood sugar levels<\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Reporting of side effects<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or nurse if you get any side effects.\u00a0This includes any possible side effects not listed in this leaflet.\u00a0You can also report side effects directly to the Medical Products Agency,\u00a0www.lakemedelsverket.se.\u00a0By reporting side effects, you can help increase drug safety information.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. How To Store Azarga Eye Drops<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Keep this medicine out of sight and reach of children.<\/li><li>Do not use this medicine after the expiry date stated on the bottle and carton after EXP.\u00a0The expiration date is the last day of the specified month.<\/li><li>No special storage instructions.<\/li><li>It would help if you discarded the bottle 4 weeks after opening it to prevent\u00a0infection and use a new bottle.\u00a0Write down the date when you opened it on the intended space on the bottle and carton.<\/li><li>Medicines should not be disposed of via wastewater or household waste.\u00a0Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medicines that are no longer required.\u00a0These measures will help to protect the environment.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. Contents Of The Packaging And Other Information<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Content Declaration<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>The active substances are brinzolamide and\u00a0timolol.\u00a0One milliliter\u00a0suspension contains 10 mg brinzolamide and 5 mg\u00a0timolol\u00a0(as maleate).<\/li><li>The other ingredients are benzalkonium chloride (see section 2, \u201cAzarga contains benzalkonium chloride\u201d), carbopol 974P, disodium edetate, mannitol (E421), purified water, sodium chloride, tyloxapol,\u00a0hydrochloric acid,\u00a0or sodium hydroxide.<\/li><li>Small amounts of\u00a0hydrochloric acid\u00a0and sodium hydroxide are added to keep the acidity (\u00a0pH\u00a0) normal.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What The Medicine Looks Like And The Contents Of The Pack<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Azarga is a liquid (white to off-white even&nbsp;suspension&nbsp;), which is supplied in a pack containing a 5 ml plastic bottle with a screw cap or in a pack containing three 5 ml bottles.&nbsp;Not all pack sizes may be marketed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Marketing Authorization Holder And Manufacturer<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Marketing Authorisation Holder<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Novartis Europharm Limited<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Vista Building<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Elm Park, Merrion Road<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dublin 4<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ireland<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Manufacturer<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SA Alcon-Couvreur NV<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Rijksweg 14<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>2870 Puurs<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Belgium<br><strong>or<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alcon Cus\u00ed SA<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Camil Fabra 58<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>08320 El Masnou,<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Barcelona<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spain<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact the representative of the marketing authorization holder to find out more about this medicine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Belgium \/ Belgique \/ Belgien<\/strong>Novartis Pharma NVTel: +32 2 246 16 11<\/td><td><strong>Lithuania<\/strong>SIA Novartis Baltics Lithuanian branchesTel: +370 5 269 16 50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Bulgaria<\/strong>Novartis Bulgaria EOODTel .: +359 2 489 98 28<\/td><td><strong>Luxembourg \/ Luxemburg<\/strong>Novartis Pharma NVTel: +32 2 246 16 11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Czech Republic<\/strong>Novartis sroTel: +420 225 775 111<\/td><td><strong>Hungary<\/strong>Novartis Hungary Kft.Tel .: +36 1 457 65 00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Denmark<\/strong>Novartis Healthcare A \/ STel: +45 39 16 84 00<\/td><td><strong>Malta<\/strong>Novartis Pharma Services Inc.Tel: +356 2122 2872<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Germany<\/strong>Novartis Pharma GmbHTel: +49 911 273 0<\/td><td><strong>The Netherlands<\/strong>Novartis Pharma BVTel: +31 88 04 52 111<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Eesti<\/strong>SIA Novartis Baltics Eesti subsidiaryTel: +372 66 30 810<\/td><td><strong>Norway<\/strong>Novartis Norge ASTel: +47 23 05 20 00<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Greece<\/strong>Novartis (Hellas) AEBE:\u0397\u03bb: +30 210 281 17 12<\/td><td><strong>Austria<\/strong>Novartis Pharma GmbHTel: +43 1 86 6570<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Spain<\/strong>Novartis Pharmac\u00e9utica, SATel: +34 93 306 42 00<\/td><td><strong>Poland<\/strong>Novartis Poland Sp.&nbsp;z ooTel .: +48 22 375 4888<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>France<\/strong>Novartis Pharma SASTel: +33 1 55 47 66 00<\/td><td><strong>Portugal<\/strong>Novartis Farma &#8211; Pharmaceutical Products, SATel: +351 21 000 8600<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Croatia<\/strong>Novartis Hrvatska dooTel.&nbsp;+385 1 6274 220<\/td><td><strong>Romania<\/strong>Novartis Pharma Services Romania SRLTel: +40 21 31299 01<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Ireland<\/strong>Novartis Ireland LimitedTel: +353 1 260 12 55<\/td><td><strong>Slovenia<\/strong>Novartis Pharma Services Inc.Tel: +386 1 300 75 50<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Iceland<\/strong>Vistor hf.Phone: +354 535 7000<\/td><td><strong>Slovak Republic<\/strong>Novartis Slovakia sroTel: + 421 2 5542 5439<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Italy<\/strong>Novartis Farma SpATel: +39 02 96 54 1<\/td><td><strong>Finland \/ Finland<\/strong>Novartis Finland OyPuh \/ Tel: +358 (0) 10 6133 200<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>\u039a\u03cd\u03c0\u03c1\u03bf\u03c2<\/strong>Novartis Pharma Services Inc.:\u0397\u03bb: +357 22 690 690<\/td><td><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Latvia<\/strong>SIA Novartis BalticsTel: +371 67 887 070<\/td><td><strong>United Kingdom<\/strong>Novartis Pharmaceuticals UK Ltd.Tel: +44 1276 698370<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Azarga eye drops are used to treat glaucoma and reduce eye pressure. 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