Uses of Brimonidine+Brinzolamide

The combination of Brimonidine + Brinzolamide is used to treat ocular hypertension and glaucoma (increased pressure within the eyes). It is typically used in patients who are not responding well to therapy with single agents. 

Therapeutic Category

Brimonidine + Brinzolamide: Ophthalmic anti-glaucoma agents

How Brimonidine+Brinzolamide works

Brimonidine + Brinzolamide works by decreasing the production of excessive eye fluids (aqueous humour) while simultaneously increasing their drainage. As a result, it reduces strain on the eyes which therefore reduces elevated intraocular pressure.

Common side effects of Brimonidine+Brinzolamide

• eye redness, itching or inflammation
• eye pain or discomfort
• blurred vision
• drowsiness, dizziness
• bad taste in mouth
• dry mouth

When to consult your doctor

Consult your doctor if you experience:

• pale skin, sleepiness, low body temperature and breathing difficulties

Health Tips for Brimonidine+Brinzolamide

• Use Brimonidine + Brinzolamide exactly as instructed by your physician. Misuse or overuse of this medicine may lead to unwanted side effects
• If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying Brimonidine + Brinzolamide eye drops or eye ointment and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion
• Along with the treatment, avoid straining your eyes by looking at mobile phones, laptops or television. Wear protective eyeglasses while going outdoors
• Instil few drops of this medicine into the affected eye(s). Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or with other body surface to avoid contamination
• Before using Brimonidine + Brinzolamide, inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney or heart problems, low or high blood pressure, narrow-angle glaucoma, dry eyes, depression or poor blood circulation in your body as a precaution
• Do not use Brimonidine + Brinzolamide without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding
• Women of childbearing age should use proper contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while undergoing therapy with Brimonidine + Brinzolamide