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Brimonidine Eye Drop - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Brimonidine Eye Drop cause?

  • Stinging or burning sensation
  • Redness
  • Itchiness
  • Eye dryness and irritation
  • Increased sensitivity of the eye to light
  • Headache
  • Dizziness
  • Fatigue
  • Blurred vision
  • If you experience blurred vision, do not drive or operate any machinery until your vision is clear

If these side effects happen and do not go away, check with your healthcare professional as soon as possible.

The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:

  • Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
  • Difficulty in breathing
  • Itchy skin rashes around your eyes or over your whole body

If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.

Before taking Brimonidine Eye Drop , what precautions must I follow?

​Inform your healthcare professional if:

  • You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication.
  • You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding.
  • You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies.

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Brimonidine Eye Drop ?

Brimonidine Eye Drop - Additional Information

  • Updated on 6/27/2021 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
The information provided is not intended as medical advice. Terms of use. Information provided by SingHealth

If you take more than the recommended dose, please seek medical advice immediately. The information provided on this page does not replace information from your healthcare professional. Please consult your healthcare professional for more information.

This article is jointly developed by members of the National Medication Information workgroup. The workgroup consists of cluster partners (National Healthcare Group, National University Health System and SingHealth), community pharmacies (Guardian, Unity and Watsons) and Pharmaceutical Society of Singapore. The content does not reflect drug availability and supply information in pharmacies and healthcare institutions. You are advised to check with the respective institutions for such information.

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