Brimonidine/timolol ophthalmic and Alcohol/Food Interactions
There are 2 alcohol/food/lifestyle interactions with brimonidine / timolol ophthalmic.
Alcohol (Ethanol) Brimonidine Ophthalmic
Moderate Drug Interaction
After using brimonidine ophthalmic, some of the medication may be absorbed into the bloodstream and occasionally produce central nervous system side effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, and difficulty concentrating. Combining it with ethanol (alcohol) or other medications that can also have these effects may increase the risk. You should avoid or limit the use of alcohol while being treated with these medications. Also avoid activities requiring mental alertness such as driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. Talk to your doctor if you have any questions or concerns. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
Timolol Ophthalmic Alcohol (Ethanol)
Moderate Drug Interaction
After using brimonidine ophthalmic, some of the medication may be absorbed into the bloodstream and occasionally produce cardiovascular side effects such as decreases in blood pressure and heart rate. Combining it with timolol ophthalmic or other medications that can also have these effects may increase the risk. You may experience headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, and/or changes in pulse or heart beat. These side effects are most likely to be seen at the beginning of treatment, following a dose increase, or when treatment is restarted after an interruption. Let your doctor know if you develop these symptoms and they do not go away after a few days or they become troublesome. You may need a dose adjustment or more frequent monitoring by your doctor to safely use both medications. Avoid driving or operating hazardous machinery until you know how the medications affect you, and use caution when getting up from a sitting or lying position. It is important to tell your doctor about all other medications you use, including vitamins and herbs. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
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Brimonidine/timolol ophthalmic drug interactions
There are 548 drug interactions with brimonidine / timolol ophthalmic.
Brimonidine/timolol ophthalmic disease interactions
There are 12 disease interactions with brimonidine / timolol ophthalmic which include:
- asthma/COPD
- bradycardia/AV block
- cardiogenic shock
- CHF
- diabetes
- hypersensitivity
- hyperthyroidism
- PVD
- cardiovascular
- depression
- renal/liver
- myasthenia gravis
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Drug Interaction Classification
Highly clinically significant. Avoid combinations; the risk of the interaction outweighs the benefit. | |
Moderately clinically significant. Usually avoid combinations; use it only under special circumstances. | |
Minimally clinically significant. Minimize risk; assess risk and consider an alternative drug, take steps to circumvent the interaction risk and/or institute a monitoring plan. | |
No interaction information available. |
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