Lumify Eye Drops

Generic name: brimonidine ophthalmic
Brand names: Lumify Eye Drops, Lumify Preservative Free
Dosage form: eye drops (0.025%)
Drug class: Ophthalmic glaucoma agents

Medically reviewed by Melisa Puckey, BPharm. Last updated on May 2, 2024.

What are Lumify eye drops?

Lumify eye drops are used to relieve eye redness to help eyes look whiter and brighter. Lumify eye drops and Lumify Preservative Free are available over the counter, without a prescription. Lumify eye drops contain the active ingredient brimonidine (low dose), which works quickly and lasts up to 8 hours.

Lumify Preservative Free redness reliever eye drop became FDA-approved on April 26, 2024, for patients who have sensitivities to preservatives. It is available in 0.4 mL single-use vials.

Lumify eye drops can be used by adults and children 5 years of age and older. For children under 5 years consult a doctor.

The active ingredient brimonidine is used at higher doses in glaucoma eye preparations.

Other Lumify products include:

Lumify 3 in 1 micellar Cleansing Water and Eye Makeup Remover
Lumify Hydra-Gel Brightening Eye Cream
Lumify Nourishing Lash & Brow Serum

Lumify side effects

Common Lumify side effects

Common Lumify side effects may include mild itching, redness, burning, or other irritation of your eyes, dry mouth, blurred vision, drowsiness, or tiredness.

Serious side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction to Lumify: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

eye pain or increased watering;
vision changes; or
severe swelling, redness, burning, or discomfort in or around your eye.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

Before taking this medicine

You should not use Lumify if you are allergic to brimonidine.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast-feeding.

How should I use Lumify?

Use Lumify eye drops or Lumify Preservative Free as directed by your healthcare provider or follow the instructions on the package label.

If you wear contact lenses, use the drops at least 10 minutes before inserting your lenses.

Wash your hands before using the eye drops.

Instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 6-8 hours.

Do not use Lumify eye drops or more than 4 times daily.

Do not touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it directly on your eye. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.

Wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye drops your doctor has prescribed.

Call your doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye, or if your condition worsens or persists or if it does not improve after 3 days use.

Do not use Lumify eye drops if the liquid looks cloudy, has changed colors, or has particles in it. Call your pharmacist for new medicine.

Keep the Lumify eye drops bottle tightly closed when not in use.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any eye injury or infection, or if you need to have any type of surgery, especially eye surgery.

What happens if I miss a dose?

Use the medicine as soon as you can, but skip the missed dose if it is almost time for your next dose. Do not use two doses at one time.

What happens if I overdose?

An overdose of Lumify is not expected to be dangerous. Seek emergency medical attention or call the Poison Help line at 1-800-222-1222 if anyone has accidentally swallowed the medication.

What should I avoid while using Lumify?

Avoid driving or hazardous activity until you know how Lumify will affect your vision. Do not use other eye medications unless your doctor tells you to.

What other drugs will affect Lumify?

Tell your healthcare provider about any medicines that you take. Other drugs may affect brimonidine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

Ingredients

Active Ingredient Brimonidine tartrate (0.025%)

Lumify Eye Drops Inactive Ingredients: benzalkonium chloride, boric acid, calcium chloride dihydrate, glycerin, potassium chloride, sodium borate decahydrate, sodium chloride, water for injection. Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may be used to adjust pH.

Lumify Preservative Free Inactive Ingredients: boric acid, calcium chloride dihydrate, glycerin, potassium chloride, sodium borate decahydrate, sodium chloride, water for injection. Hydrochloric acid and/or sodium hydroxide may be used to adjust pH.