Brimonidine 1.5mg + Timolol 5mg + Benzalkonium 0.01%

Brimonidine 1.5mg + Timolol 5mg + Benzalkonium 0.01% — Uses and Benefits

This medicine is used for reducing high pressure inside the eye, commonly seen in glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Lowering elevated intraocular pressure
• Managing open-angle glaucoma
• Managing ocular hypertension when a single medicine is not enough

HOW IT WORKS

• Brimonidine reduces the amount of fluid produced in the eye and increases its drainage
• Timolol, a beta-blocker, decreases the production of fluid inside the eye
• Together they lower eye pressure more effectively than either alone
• Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative to keep the eye drop solution sterile

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• Not used for treating eye infections
• Not used for relieving eye redness caused by allergy or irritation
• Not used for treating dry eyes
• Not a painkiller for eye injuries

How to Use Brimonidine 1.5mg + Timolol 5mg + Benzalkonium 0.01%

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use only in the eye(s), as prescribed by your doctor
• Wash your hands before using the eye drop
• Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and place the drop inside
• Avoid touching the dropper tip to your eye or any surface
• Press gently on the inner corner of your eye for a minute after applying, to reduce absorption into the body
• If you use other eye drops, wait at least some minutes between different drops, as advised by your doctor
• Do not stop using this medicine suddenly without asking your doctor, even if your eyes feel normal

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

• Apply the missed dose as soon as you remember
• If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed one and continue as usual
• Do not apply a double dose to make up for a missed one

STORAGE

• Store as directed on the pack, usually below 25°C, away from direct sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Discard the bottle after the recommended period once opened, as advised on the label
• Keep out of reach of children

Brimonidine 1.5mg + Timolol 5mg + Benzalkonium 0.01% — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Eye redness or irritation
• Burning or stinging sensation after applying drops
• Dry eyes
• Blurred vision for a short time after application
• Feeling of something in the eye

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Fatigue or drowsiness
• Dry mouth
• Change in taste
• Mild allergic reaction like itching or swelling of eyelids

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Difficulty breathing or wheezing
• Slow or irregular heartbeat
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Swelling of face, lips, or throat
• Severe eye pain, sudden vision loss, or worsening redness

This is not a complete list. Report any unusual or persistent symptom to your doctor or pharmacist.

Brimonidine 1.5mg + Timolol 5mg + Benzalkonium 0.01% — Safety Information and Precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine in India and should be used only under the supervision of an eye doctor.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Have asthma or severe chronic obstructive lung disease
• Have a very slow heart rate or certain heart conduction problems
• Have severe heart failure
• Are allergic to brimonidine, timolol, benzalkonium, or similar medicines
• Are a young infant, as safety has not been established

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have any heart or blood pressure problems
• Have diabetes, as this medicine can mask signs of low blood sugar
• Have thyroid problems
• Have depression or other mental health conditions
• Wear soft contact lenses, since benzalkonium can affect them
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Other beta-blocker tablets or eye drops
• Blood pressure lowering medicines
• Medicines for heart rhythm problems
• Antidepressants, especially MAO inhibitors
• Other glaucoma eye drops, unless specifically advised together

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I wear contact lenses while using this medicine?

It is best to remove soft contact lenses before applying the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back, since the preservative can be absorbed by the lenses.

Will this medicine cure my glaucoma completely?

No, it helps control eye pressure but does not cure the underlying condition, so regular use and follow-up are important.

Can I use this medicine with other eye drops?

• Yes, but you should space out the drops as advised by your doctor to avoid one washing out the other.
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