Brimonidine tartrate: Uses, Dosage, Side Effects & Brands

How to use Brimonidine tartrate

What the official label says. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Your pack's leaflet comes first if it is different.

Who it is for

Relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations

How to take it and how often

Adults and children 5 years of age and over: instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 6-8 hours
Do not use more than 4 times daily remove contact lenses before use wait at least 10 minutes before re-inserting contact lenses after use if using other ophthalmic products while using this product, wait at least 5 minutes between each product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface replace cap after each use
Children under 5 years of age: consult a doctor

Talk to a doctor first if

you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye condition worsens or persists for more than 3 days

Warnings

For external use only Do not use if solution changes color or becomes cloudy Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye condition worsens or persists for more than 3 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use.

How to store it

Keep out of reach of children.

If you miss a dose

Take it when you remember, unless it is nearly time for the next dose. Then skip the missed one. Never take two doses at once to make up for it. Check your leaflet, as some medicines are different.

Remind me to take it Full official label

From the official U.S. FDA label for this active ingredient. Your pack may have a different strength, so always read its leaflet. If a doctor prescribed it, follow the prescription. Ask a pharmacist if you are unsure. Label dated 2026-03-31.

Brands around the world

Products with Brimonidine tartrate as the active ingredient. Names differ between countries.

Simbrinza Mirvaso Alphagan Lumify Yuvezzi Combigan Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops

Registered products

United States (FDA)

Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.15%BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE 1.5 mg/mL · Solution/ Drops · Alembic Pharmaceuticals Limited

NDC 46708-661Label

Brimonidine TartrateBRIMONIDINE TARTRATE 1 kg/kg · Powder · CZECH-GEN, a.s.

NDC 63278-0488Label

Brimonidine TartrateBRIMONIDINE TARTRATE 2 mg/mL · Solution · Sandoz Inc

NDC 61314-143Label

Brimonidine TartrateBRIMONIDINE TARTRATE 1.5 mg/mL · Solution/ Drops · Apotex Corp.

NDC 60505-0564Label

Brimonidine TartrateBRIMONIDINE TARTRATE 1.5 mg/mL · Solution · Sandoz Inc

NDC 61314-144Label

Nigeria (NAFDAC)

NAFDACAlphaten Eye Drops B4-6058 NAFDACBondmodine Eye Drop B4-1642 NAFDACSimbrinza Eye Drops B4-9101 NAFDACBrimopress Eye Drops B4-3082 NAFDACBrimosopt 0.2% Eye Drop A4-101222 NAFDACNCI Brimonidine Eye Drops_ C4-1722 NAFDACDruphagan 0.2% Sterile Eye Drops A11-0252

Other countries: check your pack's registration number and we point you to your regulator.

Safety alerts and recalls

Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution 0.2%/0.5%*, 5 mL, Rx Only, Sterile, Apotex Corp. Manufactured for: Apotex Corp., Weston, FL 33326, NDC 60505-0589-1.U.S. FDA Class II

5 Mar 2026 · Apotex Corp. · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility

Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.2%/0.5%, a) 5 mL and b) 10 mL, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Apotex Inc., Richmond Hill, Ontario, Canada, L4C 5H2, U.S. FDA Class II

5 Sep 2025 · Apotex Corp. · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility; atypical weight loss due to improper bottle sealing leading to potential sterility concerns

Brimonidine Tartrate/Timolol Maleate Ophthalmic Solution, 0.2%/0.5%, 15 mL, Rx Only, Sterile, Manufactured by: Apotex Inc., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M9L 1T9, Manufactured for: ApoU.S. FDA Class II

28 May 2025 · Apotex Corp. · OngoingLack of Assurance of Sterility

Brimonidine Tartrate Ophthalmic Solution 0.15%, Rx Only, Packaged as: a) 5 mL dropper bottle, NDC 60505-0564-1, UPC 3 60505 05641 5; b) 10 mL dropper bottle NDC 60505-0564-2, UPC 3U.S. FDA Class II

1 Mar 2023 · Apotex Corp. · CompletedLack of sterility assurance: Cracks have developed in some of the units caps of Brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic solution bottles. There is a possibility the broken cap may impact sterility.

A recall usually affects certain batches only. Compare the lot number on your pack.

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Questions about Brimonidine tartrate

What is Brimonidine tartrate used for?

relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations (From the official U.S. FDA label.)

How do I take Brimonidine tartrate?

Follow your prescription or the leaflet in your pack. The official label says: adults and children 5 years of age and over: instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 6-8 hours do not use more than 4 times daily remove contact lenses before use wait at least 10 minutes before re-inserting contact lenses after use if using other ophthalmic products while using this product, wait at least 5 minutes between each product to avoid contamination, do not touch …

Do I need a prescription for Brimonidine tartrate?

In many countries Brimonidine tartrate is sold without a prescription in some strengths. Rules differ by country, so ask a pharmacist.

What brands contain Brimonidine tartrate?

Brimonidine tartrate is sold under names such as Simbrinza, Mirvaso, Alphagan, Lumify, Yuvezzi, Combigan, Lumify Redness Reliever Eye Drops. Brand names differ between countries.

How can I check that my Brimonidine tartrate is genuine?

Scan the registration number on your pack with PillVera (NAFDAC number in Nigeria, NDC in the United States, DIN in Canada), check the expiry date and buy only from licensed pharmacies.