Eye drops Alphagan: area and methods of application

Glaucoma as a disease of the organs of vision has recently become diagnosed quite often.Due to the fact that her treatment does not always give the desired effect and is performed quite difficult, more drugs are produced that can stop her symptoms. Very important are drugs that can reduce intraocular pressure.Alfagan is listed among such medicines.

Description of the preparation

Alphagan is an eye drop used in ophthalmology to lower the too high fluid pressure inside the eye.The solution is yellow-green, without sediment. Its active substance is brimonidine tartrate. In addition, there are many auxiliary components, among them special water, sodium chloride, oxychlorocomplex (complex component), boric acid, potassium chloride and other substances.

Alphagan - an antiglaucoma drug

The concentration of the main components of the eye drops is, 5%. The drug is available in three versions: five, ten and fifteen milliliters.Packing - plastic bottle, carton box, instruction. Alphagane should be stored at room temperature out of the reach of children. The period of possible use in a closed package is two years, open - twenty-eight days.The average cost in Russia is about six hundred rubles.

Pharmacological action and group

Alphagan is an antiglaucoma drug.The principle of lowering the too high pressure of moisture inside the eye is to reduce its production and increase the outflow. Thus, the main active substance and the auxiliary components exert a complex type effect.

Alphagan lowers intraocular pressure

Due to the principle of eye drops, excessive use is undesirable, since it can promote side effects and cause poor health.

Application

The drug should be used as directed by an ophthalmologist.

Mode of application:locally one drop three times a day in the conjunctival area. The interval between each instillation should be at least eight hours. When used in conjunction with other drugs between the procedures should be an interval of at least five minutes. Contact lenses (if any) should also be withdrawn.

Instructions for instillation of the eyes

Before direct instillation of the agent, it is necessary to take a comfortable pose and slightly to throw the head back so that the solution can not flow out.

Overdosing with topical application is not possible. However, increasing the dose can increase side effects.

Before conducting the instillation procedures, you must perform all the necessary hygienic procedures: wash your eyes, hands and face. To touch the vial and dispenser of the skin and mucosa is not possible to prevent the development of infection.

Indications

Alphagane is actively used as an effective remedy for the control of glaucoma.However, it can also be used in special cases of increasing pressure inside the eye. In particular, to eliminate the side effects of other medications.

Contraindications

Alfagan has comparatively few contraindications.These include individual intolerance to the composition of the drug and the simultaneous use of other agents for the regulation of ocular pressure and MAO inhibitors.

With special care and caution, under the supervision of a doctor should be used with orthostatic hypotension, poor blood supply the brain (and the diseases that contribute to this), diseases of the cardiovascular system, renal and hepatic insufficiency, frequent depressions, thrombus.

In pregnancy

During pregnancy and breast-feeding, this medication can not be used.This is due to the possibility of getting components to the baby through the bloodstream or milk, which can cause serious consequences.

To small children

In some cases, the use of Alfagan in pediatrics is possible. However, in this case it is necessary to take into account that it is contraindicated for children under two years of age and is not recommended for children whose body weight is less than twenty kilograms.

Possible complications caused by the drug

If used correctly, an overdose is not possible, however, if the solution is accidentally ingested, the following symptoms may occur:

• Oppression of the central nervous system;
• Severe dizziness and loss of consciousness;
• Abnormal change in blood pressure;
• Cyanosis of the skin;
• Lowering of temperature;
• Arrhythmia.

In this case, symptomatic treatment is applied until the complete disappearance of the ailments.

Side effects of therapy with Alfagan can occur with a small fraction of the probability. Among the possible complications:

• Allergic reactions associated with individual sensitivity to composition(including in the form of skin rashes);
• Erosion of the cornea of ​​the eye (rarely);
• Keratopathy (in dotted form);
• Conjunctivitis;
• Redness, burning, pain;
• Inflammation of the edges of the eyelids;
• Lachrymation;
• Opacity of the vitreous body of the eyeball;
• Blepharitis;
• Reduction of acuity and quality of sight;
• Abnormal decrease or increase in blood pressure;
• Problems with the respiratory system: runny nose, shortness of breath, dryness of mucous membranes;
• Headache and dizziness;
• Nausea(rarely).

  side effects of the drug

In rare cases, different types of disorders of the gastrointestinal tract, dry mouth, as well as changes in taste.During therapy, it is also desirable to monitor the state of immunity, since the drug can become a catalyst for the emergence of infectious diseases.

ATperiod of therapy possible general weakness, rapid fatigue of the body and the visual apparatus, malaise, insomnia.In this regard, it is undesirable to undertake complex work, as well as activities that require good concentration and sustained attention. Also, do not drive all types of vehicles.

If intolerable side effects and complications occur, it is necessary to suspend the use of Alfagan and contact your doctor for replacement.

Analogues

At present, a large number of drugs have been developed that can lower the too high pressure inside the eye. At the same time, there are drugs that reduce the production of liquid or increase the outflow, and eye drops are released from the pharmacies, which can act in a complex manner. Among them:

• Kosopt;
• Fotil;
• Trusopt;
• Pilocarpine;
• Timolol;
• Travatan.

  Kosopt drops are used to treat glaucoma

Some of the analogs have a lower cost relative to this.

Choose and replace Alfagan for similar medications can not be without consulting a doctor. In some cases, the cause of the replacement may be an increase in side effects and allergies.

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conclusions

Eye drops Alfagan is a remedy for fighting the symptoms of glaucoma associated with increased intraocular pressure.Ego effectiveness is due to a comprehensive approach to treatment. However, it can not be used in pregnancy and lactation, there are also limitations in pediatrics. In addition, it has a fairly high cost, which makes it affordable to a few.