Description: Alphagan-P 0.15% Eye Drop is an ophthalmic solution used to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The key active ingredient, brimonidine tartrate, works by decreasing the amount of fluid within the eye, helping to maintain optimal eye pressure levels.
Ingredients:
- Active Ingredient: Brimonidine Tartrate 0.15%
- Inactive Ingredients: Purite (preservative), Sodium Chloride, Potassium Chloride, Calcium Chloride, Magnesium Chloride, Boric Acid, Sodium Borate, Water for Injection.
Usage Instructions:
- Instill one drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily, approximately 8 hours apart.
- Wash hands thoroughly before applying the drops.
- Tilt your head back, pull down the lower eyelid, and apply the drop into the pocket.
- Close your eyes gently and press the inside corner of the eye for 1-2 minutes to prevent drainage into the tear duct.
- Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination.
Benefits:
- Effectively lowers intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Helps to prevent optic nerve damage and vision loss associated with elevated IOP.
- Preserved with Purite, which breaks down into natural tear components for better tolerance.
Precautions:
- Not recommended for use in patients with hypersensitivity to brimonidine or any other component of the formulation.
- Use with caution in patients with severe cardiovascular disease, depression, or orthostatic hypotension.
- Potential side effects include eye redness, itching, dry mouth, and fatigue.
- Remove contact lenses before application and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
- Avoid using other eye medications simultaneously without consulting your healthcare provider.
Storage Instructions:
- Store at room temperature (15°C to 25°C).
- Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.
- Protect from light and moisture.
- Keep out of reach of children.
Manufacturer: Allergan Pharmaceuticals
