About brinz olami de
Carbonic anhydrase inhibitor and beta blocker
Used for
- Reduces raised eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Usual adult dose
One drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily.
Common side effects
- Blurred vision or eye irritation
- Bitter or unusual taste
- Dry eyes
- Slow heartbeat or low blood pressure
Important warnings
- May worsen asthma, severe lung disease, or certain heart conditions.
- Can cause systemic effects despite use in the eye.
- Remove contact lenses before use; reinsert after 15 minutes.
- Do not use with oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors unless directed.
Pregnancy
Use only if the expected benefit outweighs potential risk; human pregnancy data are limited.
Breastfeeding
Use caution; it is unknown whether enough medicine reaches breast milk to affect an infant.
Interactions
- Other beta blockers may increase slow-heartbeat or low-blood-pressure effects.
- Oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors may increase side effects.
- Medicines that slow heart rate, such as digoxin, may increase heart effects.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.