ACETAZOLAMIDE vs TRUSOPT

Independent side-by-side comparison.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 21, 2026·How we rate

Possible drug interaction. ACETAZOLAMIDE and TRUSOPT are different prescription medicines. Combining or switching between them can cause interactions — talk to a pharmacist or prescriber before making changes. This page is not medical advice.

Attribute	ACETAZOLAMIDE	TRUSOPT
Rating	68/100	New
Pharmacy pays	~$4.02 /30	$0.87 /mL
Type	RX	RX
Active ingredient	ACETAZOLAMIDE	DORZOLAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE
Manufacturer	Aurobindo Pharma Ltd	Msd Sub Merck
Dosage forms	Tablet	Drops
Drug class	Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor	Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor
Boxed warning	None	None
Treats	Altitude Sickness, Glaucoma, Seizures	Open-Angle Glaucoma

acetazolamide trusopt

Rating

68/100

New

Pharmacy pays

~$4.02 /30

$0.87 /mL

Type

Active ingredient

ACETAZOLAMIDE

DORZOLAMIDE HYDROCHLORIDE

Manufacturer

Aurobindo Pharma Ltd

Msd Sub Merck

Dosage forms

Tablet

Drops

Drug class

Carbonic Anhydrase Inhibitor

Boxed warning

None

Treats

Altitude Sickness, Glaucoma, Seizures

Open-Angle Glaucoma

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between Acetazolamide and Trusopt?

Acetazolamide contains Acetazolamide, while Trusopt contains Dorzolamide Hydrochloride — they have different active ingredients.

Ratings are based on FDA regulatory (recall-safety) data. This comparison is for general reference only — not medical advice. Always consult a licensed professional before choosing or switching a medication.