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Alcon Brimo, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Glaucoma. Alcon Brimo also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Alcon Brimo depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The most common side effects of Alcon Brimo are Eye Burning, Stinging in the Eyes, Eye itching. While these are the most often observed Alcon Brimo side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Alcon Brimo go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Alcon Brimo is Mild for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Alcon Brimo's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Alcon Brimo contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Alcon Brimo have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Alcon Brimo, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Alcon Brimo 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 Alcon Brimo is used -
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Alcon Brimo safe for pregnant women?
Alcon Brimo rarely shows harmful effects in in pregnant ladies. Even if it does, the effects are mild
Is the use of Alcon Brimo safe during breastfeeding?
There is no research available on the side effects of Alcon Brimo in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.
What is the effect of Alcon Brimo on the Kidneys?
There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Alcon 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.
What is the effect of Alcon Brimo on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Alcon Brimo. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Alcon Brimo on the Heart?
You may experience side effects on your heart after taking Alcon Brimo. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, and do as he/she suggests.
Alcon Brimo 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 Alcon Brimo unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Alcon Brimo habit forming or addictive?
Alcon Brimo does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Alcon Brimo will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
There are no side effects of Alcon Brimo, so it is safe for use.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Alcon Brimo is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Alcon Brimo
Taking Alcon Brimo with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Alcon Brimo
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Alcon Brimo with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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