Synobrim Eye Drop

Reviews How to Use Benefits Uses Side Effects

Product Info

Prescription required	Yes
Marketer	Synovia Life Sciences Pvt Ltd
Active Ingredient	Brimonidine (0.2% w/v)
Chemical Class	Quinoxaline Derivative
Habit Forming	No
Therapeutic Class	OPHTHAL
Action Class	Sympathomimetics- Ocular
User Rating	4.4
User Reviews	669

FAQ

Does Synobrim lower blood pressure?

Synobrim may cause low or high blood pressure. Before taking Synobrim, inform your doctor if you are already taking any medicines to lower blood pressure. Moreover, keep a regular check on your blood pressure while you are taking Synobrim.

Do Synobrim make you sleepy?

Yes, Synobrim may cause drowsiness and may also cause fatigue which may impair the ability to drive or use machinery. It may also cause blurred or abnormal vision which could cause difficulty in driving or using machinery, especially at night or in reduced lighting. You should avoid driving or using machinery until these symptoms have subsided.

Is Synobrim a beta blocker?

No, Synobrim is not a beta blocker. It is an alpha adrenergic agonist which means it acts on alpha adrenergic receptor present in the eye. This medicine reduces the high pressure in the eye by decreasing the amount of fluid in the eyes. It has minimal effect on heart and lungs.

Does Synobrim cause pupil dilation?

No, Synobrim does not cause pupil dilation. On the contrary, in very rare cases, it may cause pupil constriction, also called miosis. If you experience miosis, you may have night vision difficulty, halos and glare. Contact your doctor if you experience these symptoms.

What if you forget to take Synobrim Ophthalmic Suspension?

If you miss a dose of Synobrim, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Synobrim Eye Drop Reviews

Synobrim is used in the treatment of ocular hypertension (pressure in the eye) and glaucoma. It helps to lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss. This medicine may be used alone or in combination with another eye drop that reduces pressure in the eye.

Synobrim is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using the medication. Avoid touching the tip of the dropper to any surface as it may contaminate the eye drop. For best results, use it daily in the evening or at night.

The common side effects include allergic conjunctivitis, burning sensation, conjunctival inflammation, conjunctival hyperemia, eye itching, high blood pressure, allergic reaction in the eyes, dry mouth, and visual disturbance. If they persist or worsen, inform your doctor. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, please inform your doctor. Caution is advised for driving after administration of this injection if your eyes are not able to concentrate and react.

How Synobrim Eye Drop Works

Synobrim is a sympathomimetic. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

How to Use Synobrim 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 Synobrim Eye Drop

In Ocular hypertension: Ocular hypertension is a condition where the pressure inside the eye is higher than normal eye pressure. This may occur due to an injury, certain diseases or as an adverse effect of certain medications. Synobrim reduces the fluid accumulation of the eye and facilitates draining of the fluid from the eyes. This helps treat ocular hypertension and prevents further damage or complications such as vision changes or even vision loss.
In Glaucoma: Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, the health of which is vital for good vision. This damage is often caused by an abnormally high pressure in your eye. Glaucoma is one of the leading causes of blindness for people over the age of 60 or older. Synobrim is used to reduce swelling and pressure inside the eye. This helps to prevent complications of glaucoma such as blindness and improves the vision.

Uses of Synobrim Eye Drop

Ocular hypertension
Glaucoma

Synobrim Eye Drop Side Effects

Safety Tips

Breast feeding ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Synobrim is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.To reduce the amount of Synobrim that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Pregnancy ^{CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR}

Synobrim may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Driving ^UNSAFE

Synobrim may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.Synobrim may cause blurred or abnormal vision. This effect may seem worse at night or in reduced lighting and this may affect the ability to drive.

Quick Tips

Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
For best results, put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s).
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
Remove contact lenses before using Synobrim and allow at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
Synobrim helps lower 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.

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