Brimonidine Pharmacology

Brimonidine

About Brimonidine
Ophthalmic Alfa-2 adrenergic agonist, Aniglaucoma.
Mechanism of Action of Brimonidine
Brimonidine is an alpha adrenergic receptor agonist. It reduces intraocular pressure by reducing aqueous humor production and by increasing uveoscleral outflow.

Pharmacokinets of Brimonidine
Absorption: It is absorbed after ocular administration. Metabolism: Brimonidine undergoes extensive hepatic metabolism. Excretion: Drug and its metabolites are excreted mainly through urine.
Onset of Action for Brimonidine
N/A
Duration of Action for Brimonidine
N/A
Half Life of Brimonidine
N/A
Side Effects of Brimonidine
1.Itchy, irritated, red, stinging, or burning eyes
2.Dry eyes
3.Watery or runny eyes
4.Red or swollen eyelids
5.Sensitivity to light
6.Blurred vision
7.Headache
8.Drowsiness
9.Difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep
10.Dry mouth
11.Runny nose and other cold symptoms
12.Cough
13.Sore throat
14.Flu-like symptoms
15.Pain or pressure in the face
16.Heartburn
Contra-indications of Brimonidine
1.Hypersensitivity to Brimonidine
2.Patient on monoamine oxidase (MAO) inhibitor therapy
Special Precautions while taking Brimonidine
1.Severe cardiovascular disease
2.Hepatic impairment
3.Renal impairment
4.Depression
5.Cerebral insufficiency
6.Coronary insufficiency
7.Raynaud`s phenomenon
8.Orthostatic hypotension
9.Thromboangiitis
10.Use caution while driving vehicle, operating machine or activities requiring mental alertness
Pregnancy Related Information
Use with caution
Old Age Related Information
Use with caution
Breast Feeding Related Information
Use with caution
Children Related Information
Use with caution
Below 2 years: Contraindicated
Indications for Brimonidine
Open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Interactions for Brimonidine
N/A
Typical Dosage for Brimonidine
Adult: 1 drop 3 times daily in the affected eye.
Schedule of Brimonidine
N/A
Storage Requirements for Brimonidine
Keep this medication in the container it came in, tightly closed, and out of reach of children. Store it at room temperature and away from excess heat and moisture.
Effects of Missed Dosage of Brimonidine
Instill the missed dose as soon as you remember it. However, if it is almost time for the next dose, skip the missed dose and continue regular dosing schedule. Do not instill a double dose to make up for a missed one.
Effects of Overdose of Brimonidine
Give supportive measures and symptomatic treatment.

Home Delivery for Brimonidine in Your City

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However, we do publish a comprehensive directory of Pharmacies, Chemists and Druggists in cities all over India. You can use this directory to find the medicine stores in your city (or area) that provide home delivery services for brimonidine and other medicines and health products. Home delivery services for brimonidine may be free or they may cost you depending on the pharmacy and the minimum order requirements. It would be best to get this clarified while placing the order.

Please be aware that you should take brimonidine only if a doctor has recommended or prescribed it. Some or all pharmacies who provide a home delivery service for medicines might insist on a prescription for brimonidine before they complete the sale. You can get this information while placing the order for brimonidine with the pharmacy.

Brimonidine is a generic medicine name and there are several brands available for it. Some of the brands for brimonidine might be better known than brimonidine itself. If the pharmacy that's willing to deliver medicines to your home doesn't have brimonidine in stock, you can ask for one of the branded alternatives for brimonidine.