Brimo 0.2% Eye Drops
Brimo 0.2% Eye Drops
Primo 0.2% eye drops
Reduces intraocular pressure by reducing the production of aqueous solution. Reduces intraocular pressure associated with eye surgery or short term to delay laser therapy or surgery in patients with uncontrolled glaucoma. The drop in pressure inside the eye begins within an hour of putting in the drops or about 3 to 5 hours later.
What are the uses of Primo?
Treatment of open-angle glaucoma, other types of glaucoma, and other causes of increased intraocular pressure.
What are the contraindications for the use of Primo?
Hypersensitivity to this drug or any of its ingredients. Concomitant use with monoamine oxidase inhibitor drugs such as phenelzine, selegiline, or tranylcypromine, rasagiline, isocarboxazid within the past 14 days.
What are the side effects of Primo?
Minor side effects may occur such as: eye burning, irritation, itching, redness, blurred vision, eyelid itching, eyelid swelling, or sensitivity to light.
What are the precautions for using Primo?
Use with caution in patients with kidney disease, liver disease; Heart disease or high blood pressure, a history of fainting or low blood pressure. If you have any of these, you may need a dose adjustment or special tests to ensure this medicine is safe for your eyes. Pregnancy and lactation: You should consult a doctor before using this medicine for the eyes, as it is not known if it is excreted in breast milk or causes problems to the fetus.
What are the drug interactions of Primo?
Use with caution with blood pressure medications and digoxin, as it may cause hypotension. Central nervous system depressants (alcohol, barbiturates, opioids, sedatives, or anesthetics: Although there are no adequate studies, brimonidine may increase the depressant effect of the central nervous system. Use with caution. Tricyclic antidepressants: caution with concomitant use as it may affect The effect of brimonidine which lowers intraocular pressure Monoamine oxidase inhibitors such as phenelzine, selegiline, or tranylcypromine, rasagiline, isocarboxazid: May affect the metabolism of brimonidine and increase the hypotensive effect Use with caution, and do not use if these drugs have been used within the past 14 days.