Alphagan Eye Drop

Alphagan Eye Drop

Alphagan Eye Drop is available in both ophthalmic and topical forms. The ophthalmic form of this medicine is used for the treatment of increased fluid pressure inside the eyes (intraocular pressure) and open-angle glaucoma, a condition which may lead to eventual vision loss. The topical form of this medicine is used to reduce the symptoms of rosacea, a skin condition characterized by symptoms such as facial redness, dilated or swollen blood vessels on the skin, skin rash, pimples, oily skin, etc.

It is already known that the local treatment with Alphagan Eye Drop (a drug commonly used by glaucoma patients) reduces ocular blood flow. In-vitro studies suggest that the vasoconstrictive effect of Alphagan Eye Drop is more pronounced when this drug is combined with a prostaglandin analogue.

Drug = Brimonidine

Strength = 0.2%

Manufacture = Allergan India ltd

How to take

To apply the Alphagan Eye Drop Tilt your head back slightly and pull down your lower eyelid to create a small pocket. Hold the dropper above the eye with the tip down. Look up and away from the dropper and squeeze out a drop.

Dosage

Alphagan Eye Drop

Alphagan P Eye Drop

Side effects

Headache

Dizziness

Blurred vision

Ocular irritation

Dry eyes

Conjunctivitis

Erythema

Skin itch

Skin burning sensation

Flushing

Acne

Dry skin

Warning

Pregnancy – Alphagan Eye Drop is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.

Breast-feeding – Alphagan Eye Drop is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using Alphagan Eye Drop. Your doctor may advise you to discontinue breastfeeding or to discontinue the medicine based on your clinical condition.

Driving or operating the machines – The ophthalmic use of Alphagan Eye Drop may cause blurred vision, dizziness, or drowsiness in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience any of these symptoms during treatment with this medicine.

Uses

The ophthalmic form of Alphagan Eye Drop medicine is used to reduce the fluid pressure inside the eyes. The ophthalmic form of Alphagan Eye Drop medicine is used to reduce the fluid pressure inside the eyes for patients suffering from open-angle glaucoma, a condition characterized by progressive damage to the optic nerve that may eventually lead to vision loss.

The topical form of this medicine is used to reduce persistent erythema (facial redness, dilated or swollen blood vessels, skin rash, pimples, etc.) in patients suffering from rosacea.