brimonidine
Used for Glaucoma
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brimonidine Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is brimonidine available in?
brimonidine is available as an ophthalmic solution in strengths of 0.1% and 0.15%.
What is brimonidine used for?
brimonidine is an alpha-2 agonist eye drop that is used to treat open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension in patients 2 years of age and older.
How does brimonidine work?
brimonidine is an alpha-2 agonist eye drop that lowers the amount of fluid in the eye. When there is less fluid inside the eye, the eye pressure goes down.
How do I take brimonidine?
brimonidine is typically given as 1 drop in the affected eye(s) 3 times daily about 8 hours apart.
Is it safe for me to take brimonidine?
brimonidine is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. It should be used in patients under 2 years of age.
brimonidine Common Side Effects
Common side effects of brimonidine include:
- Dry mouth
- Red eye
- Eye burning and stinging
- Headache
- Blurry vision
- Feeling like there’s something in your eye
- Sleepiness
- Small white patches on the inside of the eyelids
- Allergic reactions in the eye
- Itchy eyes
brimonidine Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with brimonidine. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following. Allergic reactions: burning, stinging, irritation of the eye
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on brimonidine
The following medications may interact with brimonidine
- Antihypertensives/cardiac glycosides may lower blood pressure
- CNS depressants may result in an additive effect
- Monoamine oxidase inhibitors may result in increased
- hypotension
Who makes brimonidine?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is brimonidine safe in pregnancy?
It is not known if brimonidine will harm your unborn baby. If you become pregnant while receiving brimonidine, talk to your healthcare provider.
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