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IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION

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Chikeluo Okeke

General medicine 4 years exp.

Dr Chikeluo Okeke is an internal medicine doctor with extensive international clinical experience. Originally from Nigeria, he has worked across multiple European healthcare systems and currently practises in Sweden. This professional path has given him a strong understanding of different medical approaches and the ability to work effectively with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Dr Okeke focuses on general internal medicine and adult primary care, combining clinical accuracy with careful attention to lifestyle, personal context, and everyday health concerns. His consultations are particularly well suited for people who seek medical advice online, live abroad, or need clear guidance without unnecessary complexity.

He provides online consultations covering symptom assessment, prevention, and long-term management of chronic conditions, helping patients understand what is happening and decide on appropriate next steps.

Common reasons for consultation:

  • General internal medicine concerns and initial health assessment.
  • Acute symptoms such as fever, cough, infections, pain, or weakness.
  • Chronic conditions and treatment adjustment.
  • Blood pressure issues, fatigue, metabolic concerns.
  • Preventive consultations and routine check-ups.
  • Interpretation of laboratory results and medical reports.
  • Medical advice for patients receiving care online.

Dr Okeke is known for his clear communication, calm approach, and cultural awareness. He listens carefully, explains medical decisions in a structured way, and supports patients in making informed choices about their health.

Online consultations with Dr Chikeluo Okeke offer reliable internal medicine care without geographic limitations, focused on medical relevance, clarity, and patient comfort.

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How to use IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION

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Introducción

PROSPECTO : INFORMACIÓN PARA EL USUARIO

IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml colirio en solución

Apraclonidina hidrocloruro

Lea todo el prospecto detenidamente antes de empezar a usar este medicamento, porque contiene información importante para usted.

  • Conserve este prospecto, ya que puede tener que volver a leerlo.
  • Si tiene alguna duda, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico.
  • Si experimenta efectos adversos, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico incluso si se trata de efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. Ver sección 4.

Contenido del prospecto

  1. Qué es IOPIMAX y para qué se utiliza
  2. Qué necesita saber antes de que se le administre IOPIMAX
  3. Cómo se le administra IOPIMAX
  4. Posibles efectos adversos
  5. Conservación de IOPIMAX
  6. Contenido del envase e información adicional

Su médico le administrará IOPIMAX colirio. Este prospecto pretende informarle sobre el medicamento.

1. Qué es IOPIMAX y para qué se utiliza

IOPIMAX colirio contiene apraclonidina, que se utiliza para controlar o prevenir el aumento de presión en el interior del ojo después de la cirugía láser

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2. Qué necesita saber antes de que se le administre IOPIMAX

Puede ser que este medicamento no sea apropiado en su caso. Es importante que repase todos los siguientes puntos, puesto que si alguno le afecta, su médico puede decidir recetarle otro medicamento:

Nodebe administrarseIOPIMAXen

  • niños (este medicamento no está indicado para menores de 18 años)
  • si es alérgicoa clonidina, apraclonidina o a alguno de los demás componentes de este medicamento (incluidos en la sección 6)
  • si tiene antecedentesde cualquier enfermedad cardíacano controlada e inestable o grave (incluido dolor en el pecho, angina de pecho, ataques de corazón o insuficiencia cardíaca)
  • si está tomando antidepresivos inhibidores de la monoamina oxidasa.

Si cree que alguno de los puntos anteriores le afecta o tiene dudas, consulte con su médico antes de que le administren este medicamento.

Tenga especial cuidado con IOPIMAX.Consulte con su médico si:

  • padece o está utilizando medicación para:
    • enfermedad cardíaca (inclusive dolor en el pecho, angina de pecho, ataques de corazón o insuficiencia cardíaca)
    • presión sanguínea elevada
    • problemas circulatorios (inclusive derrame cerebral, enfermedad de Raynaud o enfermedad de Buerger)
    • ataques vasovagales (episodios de desmayos)
    • función del hígado o riñón reducida.

Si cualquiera de estos puntos le afecta, podría presentar un mayor riesgo de efectos en su corazón o sistema circulatorio, y en consecuencia se realizaría un seguimiento riguroso de su presión sanguínea y frecuencia cardíaca.

? sufre depresión, puesto que la clonidina y sus derivados pueden causar depresión

? sufre diabeteso tiene niveles bajos de azúcar en sangre, puesto que este medicamento puede ocultar los signos y los síntomas de una reducción brusca de azúcar en sangre, tales como latidos cardíacos rápidos o temblores

? bebe alcoholregularmente, puesto que IOPIMAX puede aumentar sus efectos

? ha tenido una respuesta exagerada a otros medicamentosque disminuyen la presión del interior del ojo, en este caso se debe realizar un seguimiento riguroso de la presión de sus ojos.

Si alguno de los puntos anteriores le afecta o tiene dudas, consulte con su médico antes de que le administren este medicamento.

Otros medicamentos y IOPIMAX

No deben administrarle IOPIMAX

? si está usandoinhibidores de la monoamina oxidasa (que se emplean para tratar la depresión)p.ej. fenelzina, isocarboxazida, tranilcipromina, moclobemida

? si está usandoantidepresivos tricíclicos (que se emplean frecuentemente para tratar la depresión),p. ej. amitriptilina, imipramina, doxepina, mianserina, trazodona, dosulepina, lofepramina

? si está utilizando medicamentos que contienen simpaticomiméticosque se usan para tratar diversas enfermedades entre ellas el asma (p.ej. salbutamol, terbutalina, bambuterol), la enfermedad de Parkinson y enfermedades cardíacas, y que también pueden estar presentes en medicamentos para la tos y el resfriado.

Tenga especial cuidado con IOPIMAX

? si está utilizandocolirios para tratar el glaucomaque contengan simpatomiméticos, p. ej. fenilefrina, brimonidina, dipivefrina, puesto que su presión sanguínea puede aumentar

? si está usandomedicamentos para dormir, aliviar el dolor o sedantes, puesto que IOPIMAX puede aumentar sus efectos

? si está usando o ha usadoneurolépticos(tranquilizantes muy potentes para tratar algunas enfermedades mentales, p.ej. clorpromazina, flupentixol, haloperidol), ya que su presión sanguínea podría bajar demasiado.

En caso de que pudiera tener efectos sobre su presión sanguínea, ésta se vigilará rigurosamente, junto con su frecuencia cardíaca.

Antes de que le administren IOPIMAX, informe a su médico si está utilizando, ha utilizado recientemente o pudiera tener que utilizar cualquier otro medicamento.

Uso de IOPIMAX con los alimentos y bebidas

IOPIMAX debe utilizarse con precaución si ha bebido alcohol recientemente o lo hace con regularidad.

Embarazo, lactancia y fertilidad

No debe utilizarse IOPIMAX si está o piensa quedarse embarazada o si está dando el pecho.

Su médico debe haberle informado debidamente al respecto. En caso contrario, consulte con su médico antes de utilizar cualquier medicamento.

Conducción y uso de máquinas

Esta clase de medicamentos puede provocar somnolencia. Si esto ocurre, no conduzca ni maneje herramientas o máquinas.

3. Cómo se le administra IOPIMAX

Adultos y pacientes de edad avanzada

IOPIMAX se presenta en un envase especialmente diseñado para usar una sola vez. Su médico le administrará una gota una hora antes de la cirugía láser y otra gota inmediatamente después de la cirugía.

Después de que le administren IOPIMAX, le indicarán que presione con el dedo el borde del ojo, junto a la nariz. Esto ayuda a evitar que IOPIMAX pase al resto del cuerpo.

Si está utilizando otros medicamentos oftálmicos, espere al menos 5 minutos entre la administración de este colirio y los otros medicamentos oftálmicos. Las pomadas oftálmicas deben administrarse en último lugar.

Uso en niños

Este medicamento no debe utilizarse en niños.

Medicine questions

Started taking the medicine and have questions?

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4. Posibles efectos adversos

Al igual que todos los medicamentos, este medicamento puede producir efectos adversos, aunque no todas las personas los sufran.

Cuando se utiliza antes y después de la cirugía láser,puede experimentar algunos o todos los siguientes efectos adversos en sus ojos:

Frecuentes(pueden afectar hasta una de 10 personas tratadas)

  • enrojecimiento en uno o ambos ojos
  • aumento de tamaño de una pupila
  • incapacidad de cerrar el ojo
  • trastorno del ojo (aspecto blanquecino de la superficie del ojo)
  • sensación extraña o incómoda en el ojo
  • sensación de ojo seco

Poco frecuentes(pueden afectar hasta una de 100 personas tratadas)

  • sangrado en la superficie del ojo (hemorragia conjuntival)
  • inflamación del ojo (que puede incluir dolor, ardor, enrojecimiento o hinchazón del

ojo)

  • retracción o levantamiento del párpado superior
  • presión extremadamente baja en el interior del ojo (su médico se dará cuenta durante

los controles del ojo)

  • visión poco clara o reducida
  • hemorragia en la superficie del ojo
  • visión borrosa
  • alergia ocular
  • picor del ojo
  • irritación del ojo

También puede experimentar efectos adversos en otras zonas del cuerpo:

Frecuentes(pueden afectar hasta una de 10 personas tratadas)

  • sensación de sequedad en la nariz
  • sabor extraño o desagradable

Poco frecuentes(pueden afectar hasta una de 100 personas tratadas)

  • latidos del corazón irregulares
  • dificultades para dormir
  • sueños alterados
  • episodios de desmayos
  • sensaciones de ardor u hormigueo
  • disminución de la libido
  • sensación de irritabilidad
  • latidos del corazón lentos o palpitaciones
  • sensación de desmayo o mareo al sentarse o levantarse
  • diarrea
  • náuseas o vómitos
  • dolor o molestias en el estómago
  • dolores de cabeza
  • cansancio

Raros(pueden afectar hasta una de 1.000 personas tratadas)

  • sensibilidad reducida o entumecimiento (sensación de hormigueo)
  • dificultad para respirar
  • moqueo o exceso de saliva
  • sensación de sequedad o ardor en la nariz
  • sequedad de boca
  • aumento de la sudoración
  • picor en la piel
  • dolor en brazos o piernas
  • opresión o dolor en el pecho
  • sensación de calor o frío

Frecuencia no conocida(no puede estimarse a partir de los datos disponibles)

  • disminución presión sanguínea
  • aumento presión sanguínea

Si sufre una reacción alérgica, mareos inusuales o delirios o tiene latidos de corazón irregulares, avise inmediatamente a su médico.

Comunicación de efectos adversos

Si experimenta cualquier tipo de efecto adverso, consulte a su médico o farmacéutico, incluso si se trata de posibles efectos adversos que no aparecen en este prospecto. También puede comunicarlos directamente a través del Sistema Español de Farmacovigilancia de Medicamentos de Uso Humano: https://www.notificaRAM.es. Mediante la comunicación de efectos adversos usted puede contribuir a proporcionar más información sobre la seguridad de este medicamento.

5. Conservación de IOPIMAX

  • No utilice IOPIMAX después de la fecha de caducidad que aparece en el embalaje exterior y en el envase después de “CAD”. La fecha de caducidad es el último día del mes que se indica.
  • No conservar a temperatura superior a 25ºC. Conservar en el embalaje exterior para protegerlo de la luz.
  • Mantener fuera del alcance y de la vista de los niños.
  • Utilizar inmediatamente después de abrir.

6. Contenido del envase e información adicional

Composición de IOPIMAX

  • El principio activo es apraclonidina 10 mg/ml (como hidrocloruro).
  • Los demás componentes son acetato de sodio, cloruro de sodio y agua purificada. En ocasiones se añaden cantidades muy pequeñas de ácido clorhídrico o hidróxido de sodio para hacer que las gotas sean más adecuadas para sus ojos.

Aspecto del producto y contenido del envase

IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml colirio en solución es amarillo pálido y se presenta en un envase de 0,25 ml.

Titular de la autorización de comercialización:

Essential Pharma Limited,

Vision Exchange Building

Triq it-Territorjals, Zone 1,

Central Business District,

Birkirkara, CBD 1070,

Malta

Responsable de la fabricación:

Alcon Couvreur N.V.

Rijksweg, 14

B-2870 Puurs, Belgica

Fecha de la última revisión de este prospecto:Abril 2018

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Tarek Agami

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Dr. Agami received clinical training and worked in leading medical institutions in Israel (Kaplan Medical Center, Barzilai Medical Center, Wolfson Medical Center) and Portugal (European Healthcare City, Viscura Internacional, Hospital Dr. José Maria Grande, Hospital Vila Franca de Xira). His approach combines international medical standards with individualised attention to each patient.

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  • Evaluation of symptoms and guidance on further diagnostic testing
  • Preventive check-ups and regular health monitoring
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  • Treatment adjustments and lifestyle recommendations based on your personal history
Dr. Agami provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (such as Ozempic or Mounjaro) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Portugal and Israel.

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Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes is a licensed physician in Portugal with 17 years of experience in emergency medicine, family and general practice, and public health. He is the Director of Medical and Public Health Services at an international healthcare network and serves as an external consultant for the WHO and ECDC.

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  • Sick leave (Baixa médica) connected to Segurança Social in Portugal
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Dr. Nuno Tavares Lopes provides medical support for patients using GLP-1 medications (Mounjaro, Wegovy, Ozempic, Rybelsus) as part of a weight loss strategy. He offers individualised treatment planning, regular follow-up, dose adjustment, and advice on combining medication with sustainable lifestyle changes. Consultations follow the medical standards accepted in Europe.

Dr. Lopes also provides interpretation of medical tests, follow-up care for complex patients, and multilingual support. Whether for urgent concerns or long-term care, he helps patients act with clarity and confidence.

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Rita Isabel Calero Garcia

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Dr. Rita Isabel Calero Garcia is a physician with extensive experience in emergency medical care, general medicine, and healthcare assistance in various clinical and out-of-hospital settings.

She currently works as a physician at the Canary Islands Emergency Service (Servicio de Urgencias Canario – SUC), where she is responsible for the assessment and care of patients in medical emergency situations, performing the initial diagnosis, patient stabilization, and coordination with hospital services when necessary.

She has also developed her professional activity within the Primary Care Management Service, providing consultations in general medicine. In this setting she is responsible for patient follow-up, management of acute and chronic conditions, as well as health promotion and disease prevention.

She has also worked as a physician in a mobile ICU unit, providing medical assistance in out-of-hospital emergencies, treating critical patients and participating in medicalized patient transport.

In addition, she has collaborated with the Red Cross, participating in healthcare support units, providing medical assistance at events and supporting emergency interventions.

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Jorge Correa Bellido

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Dr. Jorge Correa Bellido is a Spanish physician who offers online consultations in Spanish and English. He graduated from the University of La Laguna and has a solid background in clinical practice and international research.

Throughout his career, he has participated in various medical and academic projects, including a research fellowship in Spain, where he contributed to evidence-based studies in the field of family medicine. This experience allowed him to broaden his global perspective on healthcare and comprehensive patient care.

Dr. Correa Bellido has worked with several healthcare providers in Spain, focusing particularly on patient-centered care and public health initiatives aimed at communities with limited access to healthcare services.

In addition, he actively participates in international medical conferences and workshops, which allows him to stay up to date with the latest medical advances and collaborate with healthcare professionals from different countries.

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He also treats infectious and allergic diseases, general health concerns, and provides guidance on prevention and healthy lifestyle habits.

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His approach is clear: to listen, organize your case, and provide you with a practical roadmap based on evidence-based medicine and adapted to your medical history and personal needs.

Pain: how he can help

  • Chronic pain (more than 3 months
  • Migraine and recurrent or high-intensity headaches
  •  Neck, lower back, back and joint pain
  •  Post-traumatic pain after injuries or surgeries
  •  Pain of neurological origin: neuralgia, neuropathic pain, fibromyalgia

General medicine

  • Frequent respiratory infections (cold, flu, persistent cough)
  • Hypertension, diabetes and metabolic disorders
  • Review of laboratory tests and MRI/CT reports (explained in clear language)
  • Preventive medicine and health monitoring
  • Second opinions and treatment adjustments (when clinically appropriate)

What the consultation is like
 Each session lasts up to 30 minutes. We review symptoms, medical history, medications and any tests you provide, and you finish the consultation with a clear treatment plan, defined next steps, and criteria to understand when follow-up may be needed. If warning signs are detected, he will clearly advise whether you need in-person care or urgent medical attention.

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Dr Chikeluo Okeke is an internal medicine doctor with extensive international clinical experience. Originally from Nigeria, he has worked across multiple European healthcare systems and currently practises in Sweden. This professional path has given him a strong understanding of different medical approaches and the ability to work effectively with patients from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds.

Dr Okeke focuses on general internal medicine and adult primary care, combining clinical accuracy with careful attention to lifestyle, personal context, and everyday health concerns. His consultations are particularly well suited for people who seek medical advice online, live abroad, or need clear guidance without unnecessary complexity.

He provides online consultations covering symptom assessment, prevention, and long-term management of chronic conditions, helping patients understand what is happening and decide on appropriate next steps.

Common reasons for consultation:

  • General internal medicine concerns and initial health assessment.
  • Acute symptoms such as fever, cough, infections, pain, or weakness.
  • Chronic conditions and treatment adjustment.
  • Blood pressure issues, fatigue, metabolic concerns.
  • Preventive consultations and routine check-ups.
  • Interpretation of laboratory results and medical reports.
  • Medical advice for patients receiving care online.

Dr Okeke is known for his clear communication, calm approach, and cultural awareness. He listens carefully, explains medical decisions in a structured way, and supports patients in making informed choices about their health.

Online consultations with Dr Chikeluo Okeke offer reliable internal medicine care without geographic limitations, focused on medical relevance, clarity, and patient comfort.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is a prescription required for IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION?

IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION requires a prescription in Spain. You can check with a doctor online whether this medicine may be appropriate for your situation.

What is the active substance in IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION?

The active ingredient in IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION is apraclonidine. This information helps identify medicines with the same composition but different brand names.

Who manufactures IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION?

IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION is manufactured by Essential Pharma Limited. Pharmacy brands and packaging may differ depending on the distributor.

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What are the alternatives to IOPIMAX 10 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION?

Other medicines with the same active substance (apraclonidine) include IOPIMAX 5 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION, ABRADEL 2 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION, ALPHAGAN 2 mg/ml EYE DROPS SOLUTION. These may have different brand names or formulations but contain the same therapeutic ingredient. Always consult a doctor before switching or starting a new medicine.

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