Alphagan P Eye Drop
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Product introduction
Alphagan P Eye Drop is a medicine used in the treatment of glaucoma. It decreases the fluid (aqueous humor) production in the eye which relieves the pressure in the eye. This way it relieves the symptom and speeds up the healing.
Alphagan P Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
The most common side effects include itching, stinging, redness, and burning sensation at the site of application, and foreign body sensation.In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Alphagan P Eye Drop
Benefits of Alphagan P Eye Drop
In Treatment of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye. Alphagan P Eye Drop is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.
Side effects of Alphagan P Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Alphagan P
- Blurred vision
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Dryness in mouth
- Conjunctivitis
- Conjunctival hyperemia
- Eye itching
- Burning sensation
- Follicular conjunctivitis
- Allergic reaction in eye
- Eyelid inflammation
- Photophobia
- Corneal erosion
- Dry eye
- Visual disorder
- Dizziness
- Taste change
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Conjunctival blanching
- Gastrointestinal discomfort
- Fatigue
- Stinging sensation
How to use Alphagan P Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How Alphagan P Eye Drop works
Alphagan P Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Brimonidine and Stabilized Oxychloro. Brimonidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. Stabilized Oxychloro is a preservative.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alphagan P Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Alphagan P Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Alphagan P Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Alphagan P Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Alphagan P Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Alphagan P Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
- Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
- It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
Fact Box
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Alphagan P Eye Drop
Thrice A Day
60%
Twice A Day
40%
What are you using Alphagan P Eye Drop for?
Glaucoma
96%
Others
4%
How much was the improvement?
Average
42%
Excellent
40%
Poor
18%
What were the side-effects while using Alphagan P Eye Drop?
No Side Effec*
36%
Eye redness
18%
Itching
18%
Foreign body *
9%
Stinging sens*
9%
*No Side Effect, Foreign body sensation, Stinging sensation
How do you take Alphagan P Eye Drop?
With or witho*
80%
With food
20%
*With or without food
Please rate Alphagan P Eye Drop on price
Expensive
67%
Average
23%
Not Expensive
10%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
- Brimonidine. Irvine, California: Allergan; 1996 [revised 2016]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Medscape. Stabilized Oxychloro. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Brimonidine tartrate. Hampshire: FDC International Ltd.; 2010 [revised 24 Jun. 2014]. [Accessed 17 Apr. 2019] (online) Available from:
- Brimonidine Tartrate [Prescribing Information]. Fort Worth, Texas: Falcon Pharmaceuticals, Ltd.; 2010. [Accessed 28th Sept. 2023] (online) Available from:
Marketer details
Name: Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Address: No.3, Kasturba Road, Level 2, Prestige Obelisk, Bangalore – 560 001., KARNATAKA, INDIA
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: March, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alphagan P Eye Drop. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: March, 2026
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Alphagan P Eye Drop. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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