ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V

Overview

ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V is an Over-the-counter (OTC) drug.

ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V is composed of: BRIMONIDINE (0.2 %W/V)

Brimonidine belongs to a group of drugs called alpha adrenergic agonists. The eye drops work by decreasing the amount of fluid produced in the eyes. The gel form works by reducing the amount of blood flow to the facial area. Decreasing blood flow may reduce overall redness associated with rosacea. Brimonidine ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye).

Usage

BRIMONIDINE is generally used to treat: Glaucoma, Rosacea, Open-Angle Glaucoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Considered as Generally Safe – not enough studies to prove risk

Precautions for ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V and its Constituents

• Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of blood circulation disorders (cerebral or coronary insufficiency), heart disease, depression, Raynaud’s disease, low blood pressure upon standing (orthostatic hypotension), a certain immune system disorder (Sjogren’s syndrome), a certain skin/connective tissue disease (scleroderma).
• Avoid certain triggers that may worsen rosacea such as wind, hot beverages, spicy foods, alcohol, and extreme cold. Discuss with your doctor.
• Sun exposure can worsen rosacea. Limit exposure to the sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat and using a sunscreen that is SPF 15 or greater.
• Before having surgery, tell your doctor or dentist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).
• During pregnancy, this medication should be used only when clearly needed. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor.
• It is unknown if this medication passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.

Common Side-Effects

BRIMONIDINE : Itchy Skin, Depression, Skin Rash, Eyes Pain, Eyes Blindness, Eyes Bleeding, Confusion, Dizziness, Fainting, Irregular Heartbeat, Eyes Watery Eyes, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Body Excessive Sweating, Sneezing, Runny Nose, Nausea, Depressed Mood

Serious Side-Effects

BRIMONIDINE : Eyes Blurred Vision, Eyes Burning Sensation, Eyes Double Vision (without One Eye Covered), Head Headache

Disease Interactions

BRIMONIDINE can interfere with: Depression, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Kidney Failure

Technical Classification

BRIMONIDINE is categorized as: OPHTHALMIC GLAUCOMA AGENTS / OPHTHALMIC PREPARATIONS / TOPICAL AGENTS

Available Alternatives for ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

ALPHAGAN EYE DPS 0.2% W/V	INR 269.59 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
ALPHAGAN EYE DROPS	INR 269.59 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
BRIMODIN 0.2%W/V EYE DPS	INR 171.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
BRIMONID 0.2% W/V EYE DPS	INR 145 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

ABPRESS EYE DPS	INR 186 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %, BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
AKUDIN 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 175 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
AKUDIN T 0.15%/0.5% EYE DPS	INR 199 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.5 %, TIMOLOL 0.15 %
ALBRIM LS EYE DPS	INR 210.77 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %
ALBRIM LST 5MG/2MG EYE DPS	INR 262.25 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 5.0 MG, BRIMONIDINE 2.0 MG
ALCON BRIMO 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 250 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
ALFAPREST T EYE DPS	INR 165 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL , BRIMONIDINE
ALPHAGAN P EYE DPS	INR 304.15 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %W/V
ALPHAGAN P EYE DROPS	INR 33.96 for 5 ML EYE DROP	STABILIZED OXYCHLORO 0.005 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %W/V
ALPHAGAN Z 0.1% W/V EYE DPS	INR 304.16 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %W/V
ALPHAGAN Z DROPS	INR 333.98 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 1 GM/ML
APBIDIN P 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 116.18 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
APBIDIN TM EYE DPS	INR 155.97 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE , TIMOLOL 0.2 %
BETABRIM 0.5% W/V/0.2% W/V EYE DPS	INR 260.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
BIDIN LS TM EYE DPS	INR 171 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %W/V
BIDIN T EYE DPS	INR 124.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
BRENT LS EYE DPS	INR 102 for 5 ML EYE DROP	STABILIZED OXYCHLORO 0.005 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %W/V
BRIMO 2MG EYE DPS	INR 270 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 2.0 MG
BRIMOCHEK 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 206.66 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
BRIMOCHEK T 0.5%/0.15% EYE DPS	INR 258.4 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %, BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
BRIMOCOM 0.5% W/V/0.2% W/V EYE DPS	INR 240.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
BRIMODIN LS 0.1% EYE DPS	INR 163 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %
BRIMOFINE EYE DPS	INR 114.28 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE
BRIMOFINET 5MG/1.5MG EYE DPS	INR 150 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 5.0 MG, BRIMONIDINE 1.5 MG
BRIMOLOL 5MG/1.5MG EYE DPS	INR 295 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 5.0 MG, BRIMONIDINE 1.5 MG
BRIMONIDINE		BRIMONIDINE
BRIMOPRESS 0.2% EYE DPS	INR 142.91 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %
BRIMOPRESS T EYE DPS	INR 246.91 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.2 %, BRIMONIDINE
BRIMOSUN LS 0.1% EYE DPS	INR 193 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.1 %
BRIMOTIM 0.5%/0.2% EYE DPS	INR 176 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %, TIMOLOL 0.5 %
BRIMOTUS EYE DPS	INR 161.9 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL , BRIMONIDINE
BRIOPT 0.5%/0.2% EYE DPS	INR 259 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %, TIMOLOL 0.5 %
BRITIBLU 0.5% W/V/0.2% W/V EYE DPS	INR 130.5 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V, TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V
CIBRIM T EYE DPS	INR 95 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
CIBRIM Z EYE DPS	INR 98 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 2.0 %W/V
COMBIGAN 0.5%/0.2% EYE DPS	INR 385.53 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
COMBIGAN EYE-DPS	INR 385.53 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
ERYTHEGO 3.3MG GEL	INR 249 for 15 GM GEL	BRIMONIDINE 3.3 MG
GLAUCOM 0.2% EYE DPS	INR 96.11 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %
GLOBRIM 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 120 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
GLOBRIM T 5MG/2MG EYE DPS	INR 128.75 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 5.0 MG, BRIMONIDINE 2.0 MG
GLUBRIM EYE DPS	INR 146.25 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL , BRIMONIDINE
IOBRIM 2MG EYE DPS	INR 187 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 2.0 MG
IOTIM B 0.5% W/V/0.2% W/V EYE DPS	INR 290 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
RIMOFLO EYE DPS	INR 205 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %W/V
RIMOFLO T EYE DPS	INR 239 for 5 ML EYE DROP	TIMOLOL 0.5 %W/V, BRIMONIDINE 0.2 %W/V
RIMONID 0.15% EYE DPS	INR 160 for 5 ML EYE DROP	BRIMONIDINE 0.15 %
SIMBRINZA EYE-DPS	INR 495 for 5ML	BRINZOLAMIDE 10 MG/ML, BRIMONIDINE 2 MG/ML