BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is a combination medicine indicated for lowering elevated intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve and results in reduced vision. Ocular hypertension is increased pressure in the eye due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow).
BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE contains Brimonidine tartrate (alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonists), Timolol (beta-blocker), and Benzalkonium chloride (preservative). Brimonidine tartrate and timolol decrease the production of aqueous humour and increase the amount of fluid that is drained. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative. Together, BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE helps lower the increased pressure in the eye.
You are advised to use BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending on your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience common side effects such as burning sensation, eye redness, itching, irritation, and vision disturbances. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if the side effects persist or worsen.
Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended for children below 17 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established. BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE might cause drowsiness; so, drive only if you are alert. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper as it may contaminate the contents. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and the medicines you are taking to prevent any side effects/interactions.
Glaucoma and ocular hypertension
BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is a combination of three drugs, namely: Brimonidine tartrate, Timolol, and Benzalkonium chloride. BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is indicated for lowering intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Brimonidine tartrate belongs to a group of medicines called alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonists, and Timolol belongs to a group of medicines called beta-blockers. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour and increasing the amount of liquid that is drained. Benzalkonium chloride acts as a preservative. Together, BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE helps lower the increased pressure in the eye.
Do not use BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE 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, 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, kidney or liver problems. If you are due to have any surgery or eye surgery, inform the doctor/surgeon that you are taking BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE. Consult a doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended for children below 17 years. BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE might cause drowsiness, blurred vision; so, drive only if you are alert.
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
It is not known if alcohol interacts with BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Consult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE might cause tiredness, drowsiness, and blurred/abnormal vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE in patients with liver impairment.
Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE in patients with kidney impairment.
BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE+TIMOLOL+BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE is not recommended for children below 17 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Glaucoma: It is an eye condition that causes damage to the optic nerve (essential for good vision) due to abnormally increased pressure in the eye. If it is not treated in time, it may cause blindness. Usually, there are no symptoms for glaucoma initially, except the slow loss of vision gradually. However, some symptoms include visible rainbow-coloured circles around bright lights or blurred vision. Rarely, glaucoma can develop suddenly with intense pain in the eye, visual disturbance or nausea.
Ocular hypertension: It is a condition caused due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow). This leads to a build-up of excess fluid in the eye resulting in increased pressure inside the eye. If ocular hypertension is not controlled, it may lead to glaucoma.