ALPHAGAN-P Ophthalmic Solution
Brimonidine topical
0.15%
ACINO AG
| Pack size | 1 Dropper Container (5 ml) |
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| Retail Price | 26.95 AED |
Indications
ALPHAGAN-P Ophthalmic Solution is used for:
Rosacea
Adult Dose
Rosacea
Indicated for persistent facial erythema of rosacea
Apply topically to face qDay
Child Dose
<18 years: Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Administration
Contra Indications
Hypersensitivity
Precautions
Caution with depression, cerebral or coronary insufficiency, Raynaud's phenomenon, orthostatic hypotension, thromboangiitis obliterans, scleroderma, or SjÖgren’s syndrome
Alpha-2 adrenergic agents can lower blood pressure; caution with severe or unstable/uncontrolled cardiovascular disease
Serious adverse reactions may occur following accidental ingestion of alpha-2 agonists by children; keep out of reach of children
Not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use
Erythema involving areas of face previously not affected by erythema and areas (e.g., neck and chest) outside of treatment sites reported
Treatment effect of topical gel may begin to diminish hours after application
Increased frequency of flushing and/or erythema with flushing following gel application reported
Pallor or excessive whitening at or outside application site, following treatment with topical gel.reported
Allergic contact dermatitis reported
Hypersensitivity reactions following gel application include angioedema, throat tightening, tongue swelling, and urticaria; Institute appropriate therapy and discontinue therapy, if clinically significant hypersensitivity reaction occurs
Pregnancy-Lactation
Pregnancy Category: C
Lactation: Unknown if distributed in human breast milk
Interactions
Adverse Effects
Side effects of Brimonidine topical :
1-10%
Flushing (10%)
Erythema (8%)
Nasopharyngitis (5%)
Skin-burning sensation (4%)
Increased intraocular pressure (4%)
Headache (4%)
Mechanism of Action
Alpha-2 adrenergic agonist
Note
ALPHAGAN-P 0.15% Ophthalmic Solution manufactured by ACINO AG. Its generic name is Brimonidine topical. ALPHAGAN-P is availble in Saudi Arabia.
Farmaco SA drug index information on ALPHAGAN-P Ophthalmic Solution is not intended for diagnosis, medical advice or treatment; neither intended to be a substitute for the exercise of professional judgment.