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Brimonidine Tartrate is an alpha-2 adrenergic agonist that Bayview compounds to a prescriber's order.
Brimonidine Tartrate is a selective alpha-2 adrenergic receptor agonist used in ophthalmic solutions to reduce elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.[1] It lowers intraocular pressure by reducing aqueous humor production and increasing uveoscleral outflow.[1]
Brimonidine Tartrate is also used in dermatology. A topical gel is FDA-approved for persistent (nontransient) facial erythema of rosacea in adults, where it may reduce redness through direct vasoconstriction.[2] Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing Brimonidine Tartrate on a prescriber's order.
When prescribing Brimonidine Tartrate, it is important to consider potential side effects. With the eye drops, common adverse reactions include allergic conjunctivitis, conjunctival hyperemia, and eye itching, and caution is advised in patients with severe cardiovascular disease.[1] With the topical gel, common adverse reactions include erythema, flushing, skin burning sensation, and contact dermatitis.[2]
Compounded at Bayview
Patient guides for the preparations we make most often. Each one is compounded to order and requires a prescription.
For prescribers
Every preparation in our formulary that contains this ingredient. Strength, base and dose form are set by the prescription.
Other salt forms of this molecule, and ingredients commonly compounded alongside it.
This page describes an active pharmaceutical ingredient, not a finished drug product. Bayview Pharmacy compounds preparations containing it only on a prescriber's order for an individual patient.
Compounded preparations are not FDA-approved, and the FDA has not evaluated them for safety, effectiveness, or manufacturing quality. Nothing on this page is a claim that any preparation is effective for any condition.
A valid prescription is required. Availability depends on Bayview's licensure in your state. This page is general information, not medical advice — discuss your situation with a licensed healthcare provider.
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