Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride
About
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.
Uses of Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride
Medicinal Benefits
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.
Directions for Use
Storage
Side Effects of Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride
- Burning sensation
- Eye redness
- Eye itching
- Irritation
- Vision disturbances
In-Depth Precautions and Warning
Drug Warnings
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 Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: No interactions found/established.
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Safety Advice
Alcohol
cautionIt is not known if alcohol interacts with Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride. Please consult your doctor if you have any concerns.
Pregnancy
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding this; your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast Feeding
cautionConsult your doctor if you are breastfeeding. Your doctor will decide if Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride can be used by breastfeeding mothers or not.
Driving
cautionBrimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride might cause tiredness, drowsiness, and blurred/abnormal vision. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear.
Liver
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride in patients with liver impairment.
Kidney
cautionPlease consult your doctor if you have any concerns regarding the usage of Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride in patients with kidney impairment.
Children
unsafeBrimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride is not recommended for children below 17 years as safety and effectiveness have not been established.
Habit Forming
Diet & Lifestyle Advise
- Include fresh fruits and vegetables in your diet.
- Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
- Avoid intake of baked foods such as cakes, cookies, doughnuts or fried items such as french fries and stick margarine as these foods may worsen glaucoma and damage the optic nerve.
- 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.
Patients Concern
Disease/Condition Glossary
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.
FAQs
Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride contains Brimonidine tartrate, Timolol, and Benzalkonium chloride. 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.
Do not stop using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride without consulting your doctor. Continue using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride for as long as your doctor has prescribed it to you to treat your condition effectually. Consult the doctor if you experience any difficulty while using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride.
Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride might cause blurred vision and vision disturbances. So, avoid driving or operating machinery until your vision is clear to prevent any mishappening.
Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride contains benzalkonium chloride; it might discolour soft contact lenses. Therefore, do not wear contact lens while using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride. Remove contact lenses before using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride and put them back 15 minutes after using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride.
Consult your doctor before using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride if you have hypertension. Regularly monitor blood pressure levels while taking Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride to prevent unpleasant events.
Dry mouth could be a side-effect of Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride. Limiting caffeine intake, avoiding smoking and mouthwashes containing alcohol, drinking water regularly, and chewing sugar-free gum/candy might stimulate saliva and prevent drying of the mouth.
Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride can be used with other eye medications if prescribed by the doctor. However, maintain a gap of 5-10minutes between Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride and other eye medications.
Consult your doctor before using Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride if you are diabetic as Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride contains timolol; it might lower the blood glucose levels and may mask the symptoms of low blood sugar levels. Regular monitoring of blood glucose levels whilst taking Brimonidine Tartrate+timolol+benzalkonium Chloride is advised.
