Compare Alphagan vs Alphagan P

Compare Alphagan

vs Alphagan P

Compare Alphagan to Alphagan P. To make a decision about Alphagan vs Alphagan P, click here for a Medication Risk Map to help you select Alphagan or Alphagan P

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Uses of Alphagan

Alphagan is also known by the generic name Brimonidine

USES:
This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist.

This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Uses of Alphagan P

Alphagan P is also known by the generic name Brimonidine

USES:
This medication is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or high fluid pressure in the eye. Lowering high fluid pressure in the eye reduces the risk of vision loss, nerve damage, or blindness. This medication lowers pressure by allowing better fluid drainage from within the eye and also by reducing the amount of fluid formed in the eye. It is known as an alpha agonist.

This drug is not recommended for use in children less than 2 years of age due to an increased risk of serious side effects such as very slowed breathing. Ask the doctor or pharmacist for details.

Alphagan and Alphagan P Have 27 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects in Common

Critical Seriousness - Hemorrhage from the Conjunctiva of the Eye - Conjunctival Hemorrhage is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Pain in the Eye - Ocular Pain is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Dizzy - Dizziness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Feel Like Throwing Up - Nausea is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Depression is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Blurred Vision is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Eyelid - Blepharitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Pink Eye with Pus Formation - Mucopurulent Conjunctivitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Increased Amount of Blood in the Lining of the Eye - Conjunctival Hyperemia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Muscle Pain - Myalgia is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Eye Itching - Ocular Itching is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Feeling Faint - Fainting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Throwing Up - Vomiting is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Problems with Eyesight - Visual Changes is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Red Eyes - Ocular Redness is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - High Blood Pressure - Hypertension is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Stuffy Nose - Nasal Congestion is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Eye Discomfort - Ocular Discomfort is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Erosion of the Cornea of the Eye - Corneal Erosion is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Fluid Accumulation in Lining of Eye with Swelling - Chemosis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Accumulation of Fluid in the Tissues of the Eyelid - Eyelid Edema is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Inflammation of the Nose - Rhinitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Sneezing is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Follicular Conjunctivitis is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Critical Seriousness - Irritation of the Stomach or Intestines - Gastrointestinal Irritation is a Life Threatening Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

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Alphagan Has 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Alphagan P

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Alphagan P Has 0 Life Threatening (Major) Side Effects Not Found in Alphagan

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Alphagan and Alphagan P Have 11 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects in Common

Excessive Watery Eyes - Eye Tearing is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Head Pain - Headache Disorder is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Drowsiness - Drowsy is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Increased Amount of Blood in the Lining of the Eye - Conjunctival Hyperemia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Eye Itching - Ocular Itching is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Red Eyes - Ocular Redness is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Eye Irritation - Ocular Irritation is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Dry Mouth - Xerostomia is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Reaction due to an Allergy - Allergic Reactions is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Follicular Conjunctivitis is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Low Energy - Fatigue is a Frequently Occurring Side Effect of both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

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Alphagan Has 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Alphagan P

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Alphagan P Has 0 Most Frequently Occurring Side Effects Not Found in Alphagan P

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Alphagan and Alphagan P Treat 8 Conditions in Common

Wide-Angle Glaucoma - Open Angle Glaucoma is treated by both Alphagan and Alphagan P. Increased Pressure in the Eye - Ocular Hypertension is treated by both Alphagan and Alphagan P.

Alphagan has 6 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Alphagan.

Alphagan Ophthalmic Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriousness level)

Relative Contraindications

Severe Cardiovascular Disease - Serious Problems with Heart and Blood Vessels is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Contraindication Warnings

Buerger's Disease is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Cerebrovascular Disorder - Any Disorder of the Blood Vessels of the Brain is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Depression is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Orthostatic Hypotension - Blood Pressure Drop Upon Standing is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Raynaud's Phenomenon - Occasional Numbness, Prickling, or Tingling of Fingers and Toes is a contraindication of Alphagan.

Alphagan P has 6 Condition Contraindications

If you have any of these Conditions then you should carefully evaluate the risks of taking Alphagan P.

Alphagan P Ophthalmic Contraindications
(grouped by decreasing seriouosness level)

Relative Contraindications

Severe Cardiovascular Disease - Serious Problems with Heart and Blood Vessels is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Contraindication Warnings

Buerger's Disease is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Cerebrovascular Disorder - Any Disorder of the Blood Vessels of the Brain is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Depression is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Orthostatic Hypotension - Blood Pressure Drop Upon Standing is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Raynaud's Phenomenon - Occasional Numbness, Prickling, or Tingling of Fingers and Toes is a contraindication of Alphagan P.

Alphagan - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medication may be harmful if swallowed.

Alphagan P - Symptoms of overdose may include
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly. This medication may be harmful if swallowed.

Contact poison control
If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately. US residents can call the US national poison hotline at 1-800-222-1222. Canadian residents should call their local poison control center directly.