Iobrim Eye Drops 5ml
Key Information
Generic Name
Generic Name Brimonidine 0.2 %
Manufacturer
FDC Limited
Country of Origin
India
Detailed Information
Introduction
INTRODUCTIONIOBRIM contains Brimonidine which belongs to the group of medicines called Ophthalmic anti-glaucoma agents. It is used to manage ocular hypertension and glaucoma. Ocular hypertension refers to increased pressure within the eye without any significant damage to the optic nerve. Whereas glaucoma is a group of eye condition that ca
Uses
significant damage to the optic nerve due to elevated pressure within the eye followed by vision loss if left unmanageed. Both ocular hypertension and glaucoma are caused due to impaired secretion or drainage of fluids (aqueous humour) within the eyes. Brimonidine reduces the pressure within the eyes by decreasing the production of excessive eye fluids (aqueous humour) while simultaneously increasing their drainage. This reduces strain on the eyes and therefore decreases the elevated pressure within the eye. Before using IOBRIM inform your doctor if you have any liver, kidney, or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have depression or other types of mental illnesses. Consult your doctor before using IOBRIM if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or breastfeeding. It is not recommended for use in children aged below 12 years due to lack of safety data. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying IOBRIM and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. IOBRIM may make your vision blur, therefore be cautious while you drive or operate heavy tools. The most common
How It Works
IOBRIM effectively reduces the elevated pressure within the eye, where brimonidine acts by decreasing the production of excessive eye fluids (aqueous humour) while simultaneously increasing their drainage. This reduces strain on the eyes and therefore decreases the elevated pressure within the eye.
Directions for Use
Use IOBRIM as advised by your doctor. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before use. Instil few drops of IOBRIM into the affected eye. Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute. Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surface to avoid contamination. Apply applying IOBRIM, leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying IOBRIM and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion. Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop using IOBRIM without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again.
Side Effects
IOBRIMCOMMON eye redness, itching, burning or stinging sensation white spots on the whites of the eye blurred vision feeling of something in the eye headache tiredness, weakness drowsiness dry mouth erosion on eye surface, staining swollen or red eyelid, abnormal vision, sticky, watery eyes, sensitivity to light pain, irritation, whitening of the membrane covering the inside of the eyelid inflammation of the cornea (outer layer of the eye) nausea, vomiting stomach and digestion problems cold-like symptoms abnormal taste UNCOMMON depression palpitations or changes in heart rate dry nose general allergic reactions RARE shortness of breath Stop using IOBRIM and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following symptoms: severe allergic reaction symptoms of which are difficulty in breathing, swelling of tongue, lips, face, or throat
Warnings & Precautions
& PRECAUTIONSPREGNANCYIOBRIM should be used with caution in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. BREASTFEEDINGIOBRIM is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. DRIVING AND USING MACHINESDo not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience blurred vision, drowsiness or tiredness after using IOBRIM. ALCOHOLAvoid the consumption of alcohol while using IOBRIM as it may increase the risk of side effects. KIDNEYIOBRIM should be used with caution in patients having kidney diseases.Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. LIVERIOBRIM should be used with caution in patients having liver diseases.Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. ALLERGYDo not use IOBRIM if you are allergic to Brimonidine. HEART DISEASEIOBRIM should be used with caution in patients with heart diseases.Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. OTHERSBefore using IOBRIM, inform your doctor if you: have depression have light-headedness or dizziness while standing up have reduced blood supply to the brain or reduced mental capacity have poor blood circulation or problems in blood vessels supplying the limbs (Ex. deep vein thrombosis) Use in pediatrics: IOBRIM can be used in children and adolescents aged between 2-12 years if prescribed by a physician. It is not recommended for use in infants and children aged below 12 years due to lack of safety data. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it. Use in geriatrics: IOBRIM should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
Drug Interactions
SA. Drug-Drug Interaction: Before using IOBRIM, inform your doctor if you are taking any of the following: medicines used to manage depression such as (Ex. citalopram, escitalopram, fluoxetine, sertraline, amitriptyline, nortriptyline) medicines used to induce sleep (Ex. alprazolam, midazolam, phenobarbital) medicines used to manage mental illness (Ex. chlorpromazine, methylphenidate, reserpine) pain killers (Ex. paracetamol, ibuprofen) medicines used to lower blood pressure (Ex. enalapril, ramipril) medicines that work similar to brimonidine (Ex. prazosin, isoprenaline) anaesthetics (used to induce numbness) Ex. lidocaine Overdosage: It is unlikely to have an overdosage of IOBRIM in adults. However, if overdosage occurs in children receiving IOBRIM as a part of their management contact your doctor immediately. Symptoms of overdosage might include sleepiness, floppiness, low temperature or breathing difficulties. SYNOPSIS Drug : Brimonidine Pharmacological Category : Alpha adrenergic receptor agonists Therapeutic Indication : Glaucoma Dosage Forms : Eye Drops, Ophthalmic Solution, Gel MORE INFORMATION Keep IOBRIM out of reach of children Store IOBRIM at room temperature