Manufacturer: Micro Labs Ltd
Salt Composition : Brinzolamide(1% w/v), Brimonidine(0.2% w/v)
Betafree Eye Drop is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better.
The most common side effects include burning sensation, irritation, itching, and redness at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case of accidental contact with your ears, nose, or mouth, immediately rinse it off with water. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery immediately after using this medicine as it may cause temporary blurring of vision.
Betafree Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines: Brinzolamide and Brimonidine. Brinzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor while Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Brinzolamide is a topical carbonic anhydrase inhibitor which reduces the production of aqueous humor in the ciliary body, thereby reducing intra-ocular pressure. It is formulated as an ophthalmic suspension. The pharmacokinetics of ocular suspensions is not well understood.After ocular administration of either a 0.1% or 0.2% solution, plasma concentrations peaked within 0.5 to 2.5 hours and declined with a systemic half-life of approximately 2 hours. In humans, systemic metabolism of brimonidine is extensive. It is metabolized primarily by the liver.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Betafree
Application site reactions (burning, irritation, itching and redness)
Blurred vision
Hypersensitivity to Betafree Eye Drops is a contraindication. In addition, Betafree Eye Drops should not be used if you have the following conditions:
Adolescents under the age of 18 years
Allergic
Children
Children under the age of 2
Fever
Hypersensitivity
Infants
Infected eyes
Kidney problem
Monoamine oxidase inhibitors therapy
Information regarding the use of Betafree Eye Drop during pregnancy is not available. Please consult your doctor.
No interaction found/established
Information regarding the use of Betafree Eye Drop during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Use with caution
Below 9years: Contraindicated
Brinzolamide+Brimonidine is used in the treatment of glaucoma.Brinzolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor while Brimonidine is a sympathomimetic. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
If you use other drugs or over the counter products at the same time, the effects of Betafree Eye Drops may change. This may increase your risk for side-effects or cause your drug not to work properly. Tell your doctor about all the drugs, vitamins, and herbal supplements you are using, so that you doctor can help you prevent or manage drug interactions. Betafree Eye Drops may interact with the following drugs and products:
Acetaminophen
Acetazolamide
Alcohol
Ascorbic acid
Aspirin
Atorvastatin
Cholecalciferol
Clopidogrel
Cyanocobalamin
Dichlorphenamide
Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Store below 30°C
If you miss a dose of Betafree Eye Drop, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Betafree Eye Drop is a combination of two medicines that lowers high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them before putting in these eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting your lenses back in.
Do not touch the tip of the dropper to any surface, or to your eye, to avoid contaminating the eye drops.
Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
It may cause short term blurring of vision when first used. Use caution before driving or using machines.
It may cause temporary burning or itching sensation in the eye. Inform your doctor if this does not go away.
Make sure to use within 4 weeks of opening the bottle.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
