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Manufacturer/Marketer :

Allergan Healthcare India Pvt Ltd

Consume Type :

OPHTHALMIC

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHALMOLOGIC AGENTS

Country of origin

INDIA

Manufacturer/Marketer address

No.3, Kasturba Road, Level 2, Prestige Obelisk, Bangalore – 560 001., KARNATAKA, INDIA
Other Info - ALP0009

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FAQs

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml contains Brimonidine tartrate that works by reducing the secretion of aqueous humour (a liquid that maintains normal pressure in the eyeball) and lowers the pressure in the eye.

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml can be used with other eye medications if advised by the doctor. However, you are recommended to maintain a time gap of a minimum of 5 minutes between using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml and other eye medications. Administer eye ointments in the last.

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may cause temporary blurred vision. Therefore, you are recommended to wait until your vision is clear before driving or operating heavy machinery.

You are not recommended to stop using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml without consulting your doctor as it may increase pressure in the eyes and may lead to loss of vision. Therefore, use Alphagan P Drops 5 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it and if you experience any difficulty while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml, please consult your doctor.

Do not wear contact lens while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml unless told by the doctor. Remove contact lenses before using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml and reinsert them after 15 minutes of using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml.

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Alcohol

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Avoid alcohol consumption while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml as it might cause increased drowsiness.

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Pregnancy

Caution

Please consult a doctor if you are pregnant. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml is given to a pregnant woman only if the doctor thinks the benefits outweigh the risks.

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Breast Feeding

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Avoid breastfeeding while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml. Please consult a doctor before using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml if you are a breastfeeding mother.

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Driving

Caution

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may cause drowsiness, abnormal vision, or blurred vision in some people. So, drive only when your vision is clear after using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml.

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Liver

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Alphagan P Drops 5 ml in patients with liver problems, please consult a doctor.

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Kidney

Caution

If you have any concerns regarding the use of Alphagan P Drops 5 ml in patients with kidney problems, please consult a doctor.

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Children

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Alphagan P Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 17 years of age as the safety and effectiveness were not established.

About Alphagan P Drops 5 ml

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml belongs to the class of alpha-adrenergic agonists, used alone or in combination with other medicines to lower increased eye pressure in conditions such as ocular hypertension and glaucoma. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally and can lead to permanent vision loss.

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml contains Brimonidine tartrate that works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye). Thereby, Alphagan P Drops 5 ml helps in reducing eye pressure.

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml is for ophthalmic use only. In some cases, Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may cause common side effects such as watery eyes, irritation, abnormal taste, and abnormal vision. Most of these side effects of Alphagan P Drops 5 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

You are not recommended to stop using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 17 years as safety has not been established. Avoid alcohol consumption while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before starting Alphagan P Drops 5 ml. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or abnormal vision, so drive only if you are alert.

Uses of Alphagan P Drops 5 ml

Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension

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Medicinal Benefits

Alphagan P Drops 5 ml contains Brimonidone tartrate which is primarily used in treating increased pressure of the eye in conditions such as glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure.

Directions for Use

Eye drops: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.Eye gel: Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Squeeze a tiny amount of the gel into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.

Side Effects of Alphagan P Drops 5 ml

  • Watery eyes
  • Irritation
  • Itchy eyes
  • Abnormal vision 

Drug Warnings

Do not use Alphagan P Drops 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its ingredients, if you are taking tricyclic antidepressants or monoamine oxidase inhibitors (MAOIs), or if you are breastfeeding. Inform your doctor if you have/had depression, heart problems, light-headedness, reduced mental capacity, lowered blood supply to the brain, blood vessel disease, poor blood circulation problems, or liver/kidney problems. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml is not recommended for children below 17 years as safety has not been established. Avoid alcohol consumption while using Alphagan P Drops 5 ml. Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy before starting Alphagan P Drops 5 ml. Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may cause drowsiness, blurred vision or abnormal vision, so drive only if you are alert.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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How does the drug interact with Alphagan P Drops 5 ml:
Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may be absorbed into the bloodstream and occasionally produce central nervous system side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Concomitant use of brivaracetam with Alphagan P Drops 5 ml may increase the risk of these side effects.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction brivaracetam can be taken with Alphagan P Drops 5 ml if prescribed by the doctor. Consult the prescriber if you notice dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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  • METOPROLOL
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  • FUROSEMIDE

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid intake of baked foods such as cakes, cookies, doughnuts, or fried items such as French fries and stick margarine as these foods may worsen glaucoma and damage optic nerve.
  • Cut down your coffee intake as it may increase pressure in the eye. Replace coffee with green tea.
  • Avoid exercises such as any position where the head is lower than the body as an inverted yoga pose, as it may increase pressure in the eye. Doing selective exercises is advised for glaucoma patients. 

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