Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% 5ml
Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% contain Brimonidine Tartrate, a selective alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that lowers intraocular pressure in glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It works by reducing aqueous humour production and increasing uveoscleral outflow. Prescription required under ophthalmic supervision.
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Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% 5ml
Description
Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% 5ml — Brimonidine Tartrate
Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% contain Brimonidine Tartrate, a selective alpha-2 adrenergic agonist indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Brimonidine lowers IOP by both reducing aqueous humour production and increasing uveoscleral outflow, providing dual-mechanism pressure control to protect the optic nerve from glaucomatous damage.
Alphagan may be used as monotherapy or as adjunctive therapy alongside beta-blockers or prostaglandin analogues when target IOP is not achieved with a single agent. Prescription required and must be used under ophthalmic supervision.
- Reduces elevated intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma
- Indicated for ocular hypertension to prevent optic nerve damage
- Dual mechanism: reduces aqueous production and enhances uveoscleral outflow
- Suitable as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy with other IOP-lowering agents
- Prescription-only — requires ophthalmic supervision
Dosage and Administration
Instil one drop of Alphagan 0.2% into the affected eye(s) two to three times daily, approximately 8 hours apart, or as directed by your ophthalmologist. Wash hands before use. Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface to prevent contamination. If using other eye drops, allow at least 5 minutes between applications. Remove contact lenses before instillation and wait 15 minutes before reinserting. Prescription required.
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Usage & Benefits
- Reduces elevated intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma
- Protects the optic nerve from glaucomatous damage
- Dual mechanism: reduces aqueous production and increases uveoscleral outflow
- Suitable as monotherapy or adjunctive therapy with other IOP-lowering agents
- Well-established alpha-2 agonist with a long clinical record in glaucoma management
How To Use
Instil one drop of Alphagan 0.2% into the affected eye(s) two to three times daily, approximately 8 hours apart, as prescribed by your ophthalmologist. Wash hands thoroughly before use. Do not touch the dropper tip to any surface. If using multiple eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes between applications. Remove contact lenses before instillation and wait 15 minutes before reinserting. Prescription required.
FAQs
What is Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% used for?
Alphagan 0.2% (Brimonidine Tartrate) is a prescription eye drop used to reduce elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension to prevent vision loss.
How does Alphagan differ from beta-blocker eye drops?
Alphagan is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that reduces both aqueous humour production and increases uveoscleral outflow. Beta-blockers only reduce aqueous production. Alphagan may be used alongside beta-blockers for additive IOP reduction when needed.
Is Alphagan available without a prescription?
No. Alphagan Eye Drops 0.2% are a prescription-only medicine and must be used under the supervision of a qualified ophthalmologist.
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