Brimo Benefits & Uses

Brimo is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Glaucoma

Other Benefits

Brimo Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group

Dosage

Brimo Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brimo is used -

Moderate

Blurred vision

Mild

Common

Eye Burning
Stinging in the Eyes
Eye itching
Allergic reaction

Brimo Related Warnings

Is the use of Brimo safe for pregnant women?

Brimo rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild

Mild
Is the use of Brimo safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Brimo for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Brimo on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Brimo. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Brimo on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Brimo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Brimo on the Heart?

Brimo can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Brimo with Other Drugs

Brimo should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Brimo Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brimo unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Depression
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Brimo

Is this Brimo habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Brimo.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Brimo since it does not cause drowsiness.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Brimo does not show any kind of adverse effect.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Brimo for mental disorders.

No

Brimo Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Brimo

Taking Brimo with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Brimo

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Brimo.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1405

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 154

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Alphagan® (brimonidine tartrate)

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Simbrinza™ (brinzolamide/brimonidine tartrate)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Enidin® (brimonidine tartrate)

Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Alphagan® P (brimonidine tartrate)

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