Alphagan P Eye Drop

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Brimonidine (0.15% w/v) + Stabilized Oxychloro (0.005% w/v)
Storage	Store below 30°C
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	642

FAQ

What if you forget to take Alphagan P?

If you miss a dose of Alphagan P, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Alphagan P Eye Drop Reviews

Alphagan P 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.

Alphagan P 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.

How Alphagan P Eye Drop Works

Alphagan P 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.

How to Use Alphagan P Eye Drop

This medicine is for external use only. Use 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 the extra liquid.

Benefits of Alphagan P Eye Drop

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. Alphagan P 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.

Uses of Alphagan P Eye Drop

Treatment of Glaucoma

Alphagan P Eye Drop Side Effects

Safety Tips

Driving ^UNSAFE

Alphagan P may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Alphagan P during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Information regarding the use of Alphagan P during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.

Quick Tips

Alphagan P is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
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.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
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.