Alphagan
Alphagan Products are primarily used for
Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension
About Alphagan Products
Alphagan Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Alphagan are Erythema (skin redness), Blurred vision, Dryness in mouth, Burning sensation in eye, Stinging in the eyes, Flushing (sense of warmth in the face, ears, neck and trunk), Headache, Fatigue, Corneal staining.
How Alphagan Products work
Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Patient Concerns about Alphagan Products
Frequently asked questions about Alphagan Products
Frequently asked questions about Brimonidine
Q. Is Alphagan Eye Drop a beta blocker?
No, Alphagan Eye Drop is not a beta blocker. It is an alpha adrenergic agonist which means it acts on alpha adrenergic receptor present in the eye. This medicine reduces the high pressure in the eye by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eyes. It has minimal effect on heart and lungs.
Q. Do Alphagan Eye Drop make you sleepy?
Yes, Alphagan Eye Drop may cause drowsiness and may also cause fatigue which may impair the ability to drive or use machinery. It may also cause blurred or abnormal vision which could cause difficulty in driving or using machinery, especially at night or in reduced lighting. You should avoid driving or using machinery until these symptoms have subsided.
Q. Does Alphagan Eye Drop lower blood pressure?
Alphagan Eye Drop may cause low or high blood pressure. Before taking Alphagan Eye Drop, inform your doctor if you are already taking any medicines to lower blood pressure. Moreover, keep a regular check on your blood pressure while you are taking Alphagan Eye Drop.
Q. Does Alphagan Eye Drop cause pupil dilation?
No, Alphagan Eye Drop does not cause pupil dilation. On the contrary, in very rare cases, it may cause pupil constriction, also called miosis. If you experience miosis, you may have night vision difficulty, halos and glare. Contact your doctor if you experience these symptoms.