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Brimonidine is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other Benefits
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 |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Brimonidine is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Brimonidine safe for pregnant women?
Brimonidine rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Brimonidine safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Brimonidine for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Brimonidine on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Brimonidine. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Brimonidine on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Brimonidine. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Brimonidine on the Heart?
There may be an adverse effect on the heart after taking Brimonidine. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Restart this medicine only if your doctor advises you to do so.
Brimonidine should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Brimonidine unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Brimonidine habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Brimonidine has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, it is safe to do these activities or work after taking Brimonidine as it does not make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, the use of Brimonidine is considered safe.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Brimonidine is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Brimonidine
Taking Brimonidine with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Brimonidine
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Brimonidine and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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