Cosopt is one of many brand names for a drug used to treat eye conditions such as glaucoma. It is a combination of isoflurophate, echothiophate and demecarium. Some of the other brand names for this combination prescription drug include Azopt, Latisse, Travatan, Xalatan, Eserine, Istalol, Optipranolol, Betimol, Betagan, Combigan and Iopidine. The medication also can be used by a physician to diagnose other ocular problems, including accommodative esotropia.
Temporary Side Effects
Cosopt, like many other drugs, may cause side effects when you first take it that won't last. As your body acclimates to the drug, many of these side effects should disappear. If they don't, consult your doctor. Temporary and non-serious side effects from Cosopt may include watering of the eyes, vision blurring, eyelid twitching, visual changes in focus for far and near objects, headaches, visual problems in dim light or during nighttime and pain in the brow area above the eyes.
Serious Side Effects
The Mayo Clinic reports only a few serious and rare side effects that may occur from the use of the isoflurophate, echothiophate and demecarium. Consult your doctor if any of these serious side effects occur: the appearance of a curtain or veil in your vision in at least part of your eye, pain in your eyes, irritation of your eyes, a sensation of ocular burning, stinging in your eyes and eye redness.
Overdose Side Effects
Cosopt is placed in the eye as a drop. According to RxList.com, a single drop is placed in each eye each day. Exceeding this amount may cause an overdose which has its own serious side effects, including mouth watering, sweating, abnormal weakness, inability to control bladder functions, weakness in the muscles, abnormal tiredness, nausea, a decreased heartbeat known as bradycardia, diarrhea, an irregular heartbeat, vomiting, shortness of breath, cramps in the abdomen, chest tightness, pain in the stomach and wheezing. Seek medical attention if you experience any of the symptoms associated with an overdose.
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