Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml

Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml used in the treatment of Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension. The detailed uses of Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml are as follows:

• Treatment of Glaucoma: Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml reduces intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with glaucoma by decreasing aqueous humour production and increasing outflow, helping prevent progressive vision loss.
• Ocular Hypertension: Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml lowers high pressure in the eye, reducing the risk of optic nerve damage and vision loss.

• Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml contains Brimonidine tartrate, Timolol, and Benzalkonium chloride, used to lower elevated intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
• Brimonidine tartrate is an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist that decreases aqueous humour production and increases its drainage.
• Timolol is a beta-blocker that primarily reduces aqueous humour production in the ciliary body.
• Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative to maintain the sterility of the solution, ensuring safe and prolonged use.
• Using a fixed-dose combination like Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml reduces the number of eye drops needed, improving patient compliance and simplifying treatment regimens.
• By effectively lowering intraocular pressure, Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml helps prevent optic nerve damage and supports the long-term preservation of vision in patients at risk of glaucomatous damage.

• It is recommended to use Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart, or as advised by your doctor.
• Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Gently pull your lower eyelid with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the prescribed number of drops into the pocket. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes.
• Avoid touching the container tip to the eye or eyelids to prevent contamination.

• Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.
• Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
• Avoid intake of baked foods or fried items.
• 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, like an inverted yoga pose, as it may increase pressure in the eye. Doing selective exercises is advised for glaucoma patients.

• Do not use Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml if you are allergic to any of its contents, if you have/had bronchial asthma, severe chronic obstructive bronchitis, low heart rate, heartbeat disorder, heart failure, or if you are taking anti-depressants or monoamine oxidase inhibitors.
• Inform your doctor if you have/had coronary heart disease, slow heartbeat, breathing problems, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, poor blood circulation disease, diabetes, overactive thyroid, tumour of the adrenal gland, corneal disease, excess acidity in the blood, or kidney or liver problems.
• If you are due to have any surgery or eye surgery, inform the doctor/surgeon that you are using Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml.
• Consult your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
• Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml is not recommended for children below 17 years.
• Combigan Ophthalmic Solution 5 ml might cause drowsiness, blurred vision; so, drive only if you are alert.
• Let your doctor know if you are taking any other medicines, including herbal products.