Brimopress-LS Eye Drops is a medicine used in the treatment of glaucoma. It decreases the fluid (aqueous humor) production in the eye which relieves the pressure in the eye. This way it relieves the symptom and speeds up the healing.

Brimopress-LS Eye Drops is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.

The most common side effects include itching, stinging, redness, and burning sensation at the site of application, and foreign body sensation.In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.

Inform your doctor if you have a known allergy to any of the ingredients in this medicine or if you are taking any other medication. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.

Uses of Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution

Treatment of Glaucoma

Benefits of Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution

In Treatment of Glaucoma

Glaucoma is an eye disease that damages the optic nerve which is essential for proper vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in the eye. Brimopress-LS Eye Drops is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision. This medicine may be used alone or with other eye drops. Glaucoma cannot be prevented. Frequent monitoring, regular checkups can help detect the disease in its early stages.

Side effects of Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Brimopress

Blurred vision
Drowsiness
Headache
Dryness in mouth
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctival hyperemia
Eye itching
Burning sensation
Follicular conjunctivitis
Allergic reaction in eye
Eyelid inflammation
Photophobia
Corneal erosion
Dry eye
Visual disorder
Dizziness
Taste change
Upper respiratory tract infection
Conjunctival blanching
Gastrointestinal discomfort
Fatigue
Stinging sensation

How to use Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

How Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution works

Brimopress-LS Eye Drops is a combination of two medicines: Brimonidine and Stabilized Oxychloro. Brimonidine is an alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. Stabilized Oxychloro is a preservative.

Safety advice

Alcohol

No interaction found/established

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Brimopress-LS Eye Drops during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Information regarding the use of Brimopress-LS Eye Drops during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

UNSAFE

Brimopress-LS Eye Drops may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Kidney

No interaction found/established

Liver

No interaction found/established

What if you forget to take Brimopress Ophthalmic Solution?

If you miss a dose of Brimopress-LS Eye Drops, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

Brimopress-LS Eye Drops

₹131.41/Ophthalmic Solution

Alphagan Z Ophthalmic Solution

Allergan India Pvt Ltd

₹442.1/ophthalmic solution

236% costlier

Quick tips

Brimopress-LS Eye Drops is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.

Fact Box

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

OPHTHAL

Patient concerns

Golucoma in eye pain in eye both

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Glaucoma needs prompt treatment Visit glaucoma specialist

Eye pressure since 2 years. Diabetic patient.timilol eye drops using.remedy pls

Dr. Richa Jain

Ophthalmology

Glaucoma once occurs shd be treated life long. Visit glaucoma specialist

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Patients taking Brimopress-LS Eye Drops

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14%

Thrice A Day

11%

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References

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