Alphagan

🧾 Product Overview Table

🧬 What is Alphagan Eye Drop (Brimonidine)?
Alphagan Eye Drop 5ml contains Brimonidine Tartrate, an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist used to lower elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. By reducing the amount of fluid in the eye, Alphagan helps prevent optic nerve damage and vision loss. Its dual action—decreasing aqueous humor production and increasing uveoscleral outflow—makes it a first-line therapy in chronic glaucoma management.

Manufactured by Allergan India Pvt Ltd, a division of the globally recognized AbbVie group, Alphagan is trusted by ophthalmologists for long-term eye pressure control. Its preservative-free variants are also available for sensitive users.

🎬 Watch & Learn: Understanding Glaucoma & IOP Control
Explore the mechanism of Brimonidine in controlling eye pressure and how timely treatment prevents vision loss.

👁️ Doctor’s Perspective
Dr. Neha Jain, Ophthalmologist:
“Brimonidine-based drops like Alphagan offer effective pressure reduction while minimizing systemic absorption. Patients who are intolerant to beta-blockers or prostaglandin analogues often benefit from this class.”

💉 Dosage & Administration

Use exactly as prescribed. Remove contact lenses before use and wait 15 minutes before reinsertion.

⚠️ Side Effects, Storage & Safety

• ❗ Common Side Effects: Eye redness, stinging, dry mouth, blurred vision
• 🚨 Serious Reactions: Allergic conjunctivitis, eye inflammation, depression (rare)
• ❄️ Storage: Store below 25°C; protect from light; do not freeze
• ⚠️ Precautions: Avoid use in children under 2 years; use cautiously in patients with depression, cardiovascular issues, or Raynaud’s disease

🌍 Global Availability & Shipping

Ships worldwide from India with proper medical authorization.

🔗 Indian Alternatives

📚 External Medical References

• WHO Priority Eye Medications
• NHS – Glaucoma Eye Drops Info
• Drugs.com – Brimonidine Details

🩺 Final Medical Disclaimer
This article is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical consultation. Always follow your ophthalmologist’s advice.