Brimonidine (Tartrate)

Brimonidine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to reduce pressure inside the eyes in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The Alphagan P brand of brimonidine ophthalmic is available only with a prescription. The Lumify brand of brimonidine ophthalmic is available without a prescription, and is used to relieve eye redness and irritation. Alphagan P is for use in adults and children as young as 2 years old. Lumify is for use in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Brimonidine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Brimonidine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to reduce pressure inside the eyes in people with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The Alphagan P brand of brimonidine ophthalmic is available only with a prescription. The Lumify brand of brimonidine ophthalmic is available without a prescription, and is used to relieve eye redness and irritation. Alphagan P is for use in adults and children as young as 2 years old. Lumify is for use in adults and children who are at least 5 years old. Brimonidine ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

You should not use brimonidine ophthalmic if you are allergic to it. Tell your doctor if you have ever had: heart problems, circulation problems; coronary artery disease (clogged arteries); low blood pressure ; depression ; or Raynaud's syndrome , Buerger disease. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. This medicine may cause serious side effects. Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have: eye pain or increased watering; vision changes; or severe swelling, redness, burning, or discomfort in or around your eye. Common side effects of brimonidine ophthalmic may include: mild itching , redness, burning, or other irritation of your eyes; dry mouth , blurred vision; or drowsiness , tiredness. This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

1 drop (1 (1)) 8 hourly Opthalmic — For open angle galucoma/Occular hypertension

No child dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

No neonatal dosage information is recorded for this medicine yet.

Using brimonidine ophthalmic with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures . Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially: an antidepressant; or heart or blood pressure medication. This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect brimonidine ophthalmic, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products . Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Drops Store Below 30°C. Protect from Sunlight and Heat.