Bromostar-T Eye Drop
Product Info
| Prescription required | Yes |
| Marketer | Mankind Pharma Ltd |
| Active Ingredient | Timolol (0.5% w/v) + Brimonidine (0.2% w/v) |
| Storage | Store below 30°C |
| Habit Forming | No |
| Therapeutic Class | OPHTHAL |
| User Rating | 4.9 |
| User Reviews | 418 |
FAQ
Can Bromostar-T be stopped when symptoms are relieved?
No, Bromostar-T should be continued as advised by the doctor. If any problems are experienced due to the use of Bromostar-T, consult the doctor for re-evaluation.
What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Bromostar-T?
Keep this medicine in the container it came in, tightly closed. Store it according to the instructions mentioned on the pack or label. Dispose of the unused medicine. Make sure it is not consumed by pets, children and other people.
Can the use of Bromostar-T cause blurry vision?
Bromostar-T can blur your eyes for a short period of time. Avoid driving or operating machinery just after using Bromostar-T.
What are the contraindications associated with the use of Bromostar-T?
Bromostar-T should not be used by patients who are hypersensitive to Timolol, Brimonidine or any of its constituents. This medicine should be avoided in patients who have airway disease, lung disease or heart disease. This medicine should not be used in children who are 2 years old or younger.
How to use Bromostar-T?
Wash your hands before applying Bromostar-T to avoid contamination, and do not touch the tip of the dropper. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Bromostar-T. For applying Bromostar-T, tilt your head back, look up, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch and then put the drops in the pouch.
What if you forget to take Bromostar-T Ophthalmic Solution?
If you miss a dose of Bromostar-T, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Bromostar-T Eye Drop Reviews
Bromostar-T is a prescription medicine used for the treatment of pressure in the eyes (ocular hypertension) and glaucoma. It works by decreasing the pressure of fluid in the eye (aqueous humor), which helps in lowering the increased eye pressure.
Bromostar-T 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. Check the label thoroughly 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 burning, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site, sleepiness, and decreased alertness. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your nose or mouth, immediately rinse it off with plenty of water. Do not drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after the use of this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision and may affect your ability to drive.
How Bromostar-T Eye Drop Works
Bromostar-T is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Brimonidine. Timolol is a beta blocker while Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
How to Use Bromostar-T Eye Drop
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.
Benefits of Bromostar-T 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. Bromostar-T 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.
- In Treatment of Ocular hypertension: Ocular hypertension is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal eye pressure due to fluid build-up. Bromostar-T increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. This prevents further damage or complications such as change in vision or even loss of vision. You should only use Bromostar-T in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor.
Uses of Bromostar-T Eye Drop
- Treatment of Glaucoma
- Treatment of Ocular hypertension
Bromostar-T Eye Drop Side Effects
Safety Tips
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bromostar-T during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of Bromostar-T during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
UNSAFE
Bromostar-T may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Quick Tips
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
- 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.
- 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.
- Bromostar-T is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.