Alphagan Z Information

Alphagan Z, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. The alternative uses of Alphagan Z have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Alphagan Z depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Alphagan Z include Headache, Blurred vision, Eye irritation. Normally, these side effects of Alphagan Z are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Alphagan Z has a Safe effect for pregnant women and Safe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Alphagan Z has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Alphagan Z related warnings section.

Alphagan Z is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Allergy as it can result in adverse effects.

Besides this, Alphagan Z may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Alphagan Z, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.

Alphagan Z Benefits & Uses
Alphagan Z Dosage & How to Take
Alphagan Z Side Effects
Alphagan Z Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Alphagan Z with Other Drugs
Alphagan Z Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Alphagan Z
Alphagan Z Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Alphagan Z Benefits & Uses

Alphagan Z is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Glaucoma

Alphagan Z 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
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Adult	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Alphagan Z Related Warnings

Is the use of Alphagan Z safe for pregnant women?

There are no side effects of Alphagan Z in pregnant women.

Safe
Is the use of Alphagan Z safe during breastfeeding?

Alphagan Z does not show any harmful effects in lactating women.

Safe
What is the effect of Alphagan Z on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Alphagan Z on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Alphagan Z on the Liver?

Alphagan Z is completely safe for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Alphagan Z on the Heart?

Alphagan Z is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Alphagan Z with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Selegiline

Linezolid

Diazepam

Alphagan Z Contraindications

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

Allergy

Frequently asked Questions about Alphagan Z

Is this Alphagan Z habit forming or addictive?

Alphagan Z does not cause addiction.

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

Alphagan Z does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Alphagan Z only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

Alphagan Z is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Alphagan Z Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Alphagan Z

Taking Alphagan Z with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Alphagan Z

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Alphagan Z with alcohol will be.

Unknown

See all substitutes for Alphagan Z

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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