Brinzolamide Brimonidine Eye Drop 5ml - Grade: Medicine Grade

The Brinzolamide-Brimonidine combination eye drop is a prescription medication used to manage elevated pressure inside the eye.

Here is a detailed description:

What is it?
It is a fixed-dose combination ophthalmic suspension (eye drop).

It combines two active ingredients:
Brinzolamide: A carbonic anhydrase inhibitor.
Brimonidine Tartrate: An alpha-2 adrenergic agonist.
A common brand name for this combination is Simbrinza.

i, What is it used for?
Primary Use: To reduce elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in adults with:

Open-angle Glaucoma: A condition where fluid drainage from the eye is impaired, leading to high pressure.

Ocular Hypertension: High pressure inside the eye without visible damage yet.

Mechanism of Action: Both drugs work to lower IOP by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (the fluid inside the eye). Brimonidine also helps to slightly increase the drainage of aqueous humor.

Typical Dosing (Always follow your doctor's instructions)
The usual adult dosage is one drop in the affected eye(s) 3 times a day (TID).

Important: Shake the bottle well before each use.

If you are using other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between administering this combination drop and the other medication.

a i, Common Side Effects
The most common side effects often involve the eye, but systemic effects can also occur:

Ocular (Eye) Effects:

Blurred vision

Eye redness (Ocular hyperemia)

Eye irritation or discomfort

Foreign body sensation (feeling like something is in the eye)

Dry eyes

Systemic (Non-eye) Effects:

Bad/Bitter taste in the mouth (Dysgeusia)

Dry mouth

Drowsiness or fatigue

Headache
Important Precautions
Prescription Only: This medication requires a doctor's prescription.

Contact Lenses: If you wear soft contact lenses, they should be removed before instilling the drops and can be reinserted 15 minutes after use.

Contamination: Do not allow the dropper tip to touch your eye or any other surface to avoid contamination.

Drowsiness/Vision: It may cause temporary blurred vision or drowsiness. Use caution when driving or operating machinery until you know how the medication affects you.

Contraindications/Warnings: Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, severe heart problems, or if you are pregnant or breastfeeding, as the medication may not be suitable or may require careful monitoring.

Please note: This information is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare professional regarding your specific condition and treatment plan.

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