Combigan
Product utilizes brimonidine and timolol, indicated to lower intraocular pressure and designed to support the treatment of glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
- Category
- Eye Care
- Active ingredients
- Brimonidine · Timolol
- Supply
- Pharmacy
- Route
- Ocular use
- Form
- Eye drops, solution
- Strengths
- 0.2/0.5%
Combigan details
- Conditions
- Glaucoma · Ocular Hypertension
- Therapeutic class
- Alpha-Adrenergic Agonist/Beta-Blocker
- Pharmacological class
- Alpha-2 Adrenergic Agonist; Beta-Blocker
- Minor side effects
- eye redness; burning sensation; stinging; eye irritation; dizziness
- Moderate side effects
- conjunctivitis; blepharitis; visual disturbance; superficial punctate keratitis
- Dosage forms
- Eye drops, solution
- Administration route
- Ocular use
- Supply category
- Pharmacist only, dispensed without a prescription
- Manufacturer
- AbbVie
- Onset Time
- 30–60 minutes
- Duration
- 12–24 hours
- Age restrictions
- Not for use in children or adolescents.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding
- Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Not recommended.
Contraindications
hypersensitivity to brimonidine; hypersensitivity to timolol; bronchial asthma; severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease; sinus bradycardia; second or third degree atrioventricular block; cardiogenic shock
Precautions and warnings
monitor for heart rate changes; use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease; may cause drowsiness
Serious side effects
anaphylaxis, requires immediate medical attention; bronchospasm, requires immediate medical attention; heart failure, requires immediate medical attention
Patient summary
Product utilizes brimonidine and timolol, indicated to lower intraocular pressure and designed to support the treatment of glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Mechanism of action
This medicine works by reducing the production of fluid in the eye and increasing the drainage of eye fluid, which lowers pressure within the eye to healthy levels.
Storage instructions
Store at room temperature in a tightly closed container, away from moisture and direct light.
Drug interactions
beta-blockers; calcium channel blockers; digitalis glycosides; catecholamine-depleting drugs
Where this medicine is registered
- Singapore
- Hong Kong
- Thailand
- Malaysia
- Philippines
- Indonesia
- Taiwan
- South Korea
- Japan
- Australia
- New Zealand
- UAE
- South Africa
About Combigan
Combigan incorporates Brimonidine and Timolol, a combination used to manage glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Manufactured by AbbVie, the product is supplied in a bottle at 0.2/0.5% strength. It is a preferred choice for individuals seeking a standard, consistent approach to managing intraocular pressure levels.
Buying Combigan online
Combigan is registered across 14 markets including Taiwan, South Korea and Japan, with availability also in the UAE, Singapore and Hong Kong. For expats and people across the region, finding specific ophthalmic solutions can be a challenge. We make Combigan one of the most ordered items across our network, helping patients access their treatment with ease, whether they are living or travelling in Asia.