Manufacturer: Cipla, India
Pharmaceutical name: Brimonidine
Pack: 1 bottle (5 ml (0.2%))
Brimodin is utilized to reduce eye pressure in individuals diagnosed with glaucoma (which involves elevated eye pressure that can harm nerves and lead to vision impairment) and ocular hypertension (where eye pressure is above normal but not sufficiently high to cause vision loss). Brimodin belongs to a class of medications known as alpha adrenergic agonists. It functions by lowering the fluid production in the eyes.
Brimodin is available as a liquid solution intended for eye installation. Typically, it is to be applied to the affected eye(s) three times daily. Administer Brimodin eye drops at approximately the same times each day, aiming to space the three doses about eight hours apart. Adhere closely to the instructions on your prescription label, and consult your doctor or pharmacist if anything is unclear. Use Brimodin eye drops precisely as instructed. Avoid using more or fewer drops, or applying them more frequently than your doctor has prescribed.
While Brimodin eye drops may help manage your condition, they do not provide a cure. It is important to continue using Brimodin eye drops even if you are feeling well. Do not discontinue the use of Brimodin eye drops without consulting your doctor first.
Potential side effects include: itching, burning, allergic conjunctivitis, visual disturbances, dry mouth, ocular allergic reactions, eye itching, stinging sensations, redness, and irritation.