Alphagan P Eye Drop

Short Description

Alphagan P Eye Drop is a medicine used to treat glaucoma by decreasing the fluid production in the eye, relieving pressure and symptoms.

Dosage Form

Eye Drop

Introduction

Alphagan P Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss. It works by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

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.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed

Alphagan P Eye Drop 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.

Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after instilling the drop. Remove soft contact lenses 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.