Alphanova Plus Drops

Alphanova Plus Drops

Description:

Alphanova Plus Eye Drops 5 ml is a prescription ophthalmic medicine that combines two active ingredients, brimonidine and timolol, to effectively lower elevated intraocular pressure in the eye. It is primarily used in the management of glaucoma and ocular hypertension to help protect the optic nerve and preserve vision. By using two different mechanisms of action in a single sterile eye drop solution, Alphanova Plus provides enhanced pressure-lowering efficacy compared with either component alone.

Indications:

• Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma.
• Treatment of ocular hypertension (raised eye pressure without visible optic nerve damage) when monotherapy is insufficient.
• Adjunctive therapy in patients not adequately controlled with a single antiglaucoma agent.
• Helps prevent progressive optic nerve damage and visual field loss associated with chronically raised intraocular pressure.

Active Ingredients / Key Components:

• Brimonidine (as brimonidine tartrate) – concentration information not specified in the available data.
• Timolol (as timolol maleate) – concentration information not specified in the available data.
• Other excipients, stabilizers, and buffering agents – full ingredient list and exact concentrations , please check the product leaflet or the manufacturer’s official website. Refer to the product leaflet for complete composition.

Dosage & Administration / How to Use:

• Use only as directed by your ophthalmologist or healthcare provider.
• Typical adult dose (if prescribed): 1 drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, approximately 12 hours apart. Exact dosing must follow your doctor’s instructions.
• Wash hands thoroughly before use.
• Tilt your head back, gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a small pocket, and instill one drop without touching the eye or eyelids with the dropper tip.
• After instillation, gently close the eye and press the inner corner of the eye (near the nose) with a finger for 1–2 minutes to reduce systemic absorption.
• If using other ophthalmic drops, leave at least 5–10 minutes between products; use eye ointments last.
• Do not wear soft contact lenses during instillation. If contact lenses are permitted by your doctor, remove them before use and wait at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dose or frequency. Do not stop treatment abruptly without consulting your doctor, as eye pressure may rise again.

Clinical Benefits:

• Provides effective reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
• Combines an alpha agonist (brimonidine) and a beta-blocker (timolol) for a synergistic pressure-lowering effect.
• Helps slow or prevent progressive optic nerve damage and associated visual field loss.
• Convenient combination therapy may reduce the need for multiple separate eye drops and improve treatment adherence.

Warnings & Contraindications:

• For ophthalmic use only. Do not inject or swallow.
• Contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to brimonidine, timolol, beta-blockers, or any component of the formulation.
• Contraindicated in patients with bronchial asthma, a history of bronchial asthma, or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (copd).
• Contraindicated in patients with sinus bradycardia, second- or third-degree atrioventricular block, overt cardiac failure, or cardiogenic shock.
• Use with caution in patients with cardiovascular disease, peripheral vascular disease, diabetes, hyperthyroidism, depression, renal or hepatic impairment.
• May interact with systemic beta-blockers, calcium channel blockers, antihypertensives, cardiac glycosides, clonidine, monoamine oxidase inhibitors (maois), and tricyclic antidepressants. Inform your doctor of all medicines you are taking.
• May cause drowsiness, fatigue, or blurred vision. Do not drive or operate machinery until you know how the product affects you.
• Consult your doctor before use if pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding. Use only if the potential benefit justifies the potential risk.
• Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease without medical supervision.
• Keep out of reach of children.

Side Effects:

• Common local side effects may include eye redness, burning or stinging, itching, dry eyes, foreign body sensation, blurred vision, or mild eye discomfort.
• Possible systemic side effects (due to timolol) can include slow heart rate, low blood pressure, fatigue, dizziness, headache, or shortness of breath, especially in susceptible patients.
• Brimonidine may cause dry mouth, drowsiness, fatigue, or allergic eye reactions (redness, swelling, itching).
• Stop use and seek immediate medical attention if you experience severe eye pain, sudden changes in vision, severe breathing difficulties, chest pain, marked dizziness, or signs of a serious allergic reaction (swelling of face or eyelids, rash, severe redness).
• This is not a complete list of side effects. Refer to the patient leaflet and consult your doctor or pharmacist if any side effect is severe, persistent, or concerning.

Storage Instructions:

Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Keep container tightly closed. Keep out of reach of children. Do not use after the expiry date printed on the pack. Use within the period specified in the leaflet after first opening the bottle, and discard any remaining solution thereafter. Do not freeze.

Specifications:

• Product type: Prescription ophthalmic medicine (eye drops).
• Form: Sterile solution in dropper bottle.
• Volume: 5 ml per bottle.
• Intended users: Adults and elderly patients as directed by an ophthalmologist; safety and efficacy in children may be limited and must be assessed by a specialist.
• Active ingredients: brimonidine + timolol (exact concentrations not available in the provided data; refer to package insert).

Disclaimer:
All pharmacy products are intended for general use only and do not replace professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult a healthcare provider before use. Results may vary, and no specific outcomes are guaranteed. Products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease unless stated. Follow label instructions carefully, as misuse may cause adverse effects. Compliance with local laws is the customer’s responsibility.