Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15W/V

Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15W/V — Uses and Benefits

Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15% is used mainly to treat conditions related to increased pressure inside the eye.

WHAT THIS MEDICINE IS USED FOR

• Lowering raised eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma
• Managing ocular hypertension
• Used alone or along with other eye pressure-lowering drops as advised by the doctor

HOW IT WORKS

• It reduces the production of fluid (aqueous humour) inside the eye
• It also helps increase the outflow of this fluid from the eye
• Together this lowers the pressure inside the eye, protecting the optic nerve

WHAT IT IS NOT USED FOR

• It is not used to treat eye infections
• It is not a treatment for eye redness caused by allergy or irritation
• It does not treat cataracts or improve vision directly
• It is not meant for sudden severe eye pain or injury without doctor consultation

How to Use Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15W/V

HOW TO TAKE IT

• Use only in the eye, as prescribed by your doctor
• Wash your hands before applying the 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
• If using other eye drops, wait at least 5-10 minutes between different drops
• Do not stop using without consulting your doctor, even if symptoms improve

IF YOU MISS A DOSE

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

STORAGE

• Store at room temperature, away from direct heat and sunlight
• Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Do not use after the printed expiry date
• Discard the bottle a few weeks after opening as advised on the label
• Keep out of reach of children

Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15W/V — Side Effects

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Eye redness
• Burning or stinging sensation after applying the drop
• Itching in the eye
• Dryness of the eye
• Blurred vision for a short while after use

LESS COMMON SIDE EFFECTS

• Headache
• Dry mouth
• Fatigue or drowsiness
• Feeling of something in the eye
• Watering of eyes

SERIOUS SIDE EFFECTS — STOP AND SEE A DOCTOR IMMEDIATELY

• Severe allergic reaction with swelling of eyelids, face, lips or throat
• Difficulty breathing
• Irregular or slow heartbeat
• Severe dizziness or fainting
• Sudden vision changes or severe eye pain

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

Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15W/V — Safety Information and Precautions

This medicine is available only with a valid doctor's prescription in India.

DO NOT TAKE THIS MEDICINE IF YOU

• Are allergic to brimonidine or any ingredient in the eye drop
• Are a newborn or young infant (not recommended in very young children)

TELL YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING IF YOU

• Have heart disease, low blood pressure, or blood circulation problems
• Have depression or other mental health conditions
• Have kidney or liver disease
• Are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding
• Wear contact lenses

MEDICINES THAT CAN INTERACT

• Antidepressants such as MAO inhibitors or tricyclic antidepressants
• Other blood pressure lowering medicines
• Sedatives or medicines causing drowsiness
• Other eye drops used for glaucoma

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Can I wear contact lenses while using this eye drop?

It is best to remove contact lenses before applying the drop and wait some time before reinserting them, as advised by your doctor.

How long does it take to work?

It usually starts lowering eye pressure within a couple of hours, but effects may vary, so follow up with your doctor as scheduled.

Can this eye drop be used in children?

• It should be used with caution in children and is generally not recommended in very young infants; use only as directed by a doctor.
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