Dorzolamide and Timolol and Methoxsalen

• Generic Name: dorzolamide / timolol ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Cosopt, Cosopt PF

Dorzolamide ophthalmic reduces the amount of fluid in the eye, which decreases pressure inside the eye.

Timolol ophthalmic is a beta-blocker that also reduces pressure inside the eye.

Dorzolamide and timolol ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Dorzolamide and timolol ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: methoxsalen
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names:

  8-Mop, Oxsoralen-Ultra, Uvadex

Methoxsalen works by enhancing the body's sensitivity to ultraviolet light A (UVA).

Methoxsalen is used in combination with UVA light therapy to treat severe psoriasis.

Methoxsalen can cause harmful effects on your vision and on your skin (premature aging or skin cancer). methoxsalen is used only for severe psoriasis that has not improved with other treatments. You must remain under the care of a doctor while taking methoxsalen.

Methoxsalen may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.