Combigan (Brimonidine / Timolol)

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Description

COMBIGAN (Brimonidine/Timolol) eye drops is a medication prescribed to treat increased intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. COMBIGAN is a combination product that contains both brimonidine and timolol, which work by different mechanisms.

Glaucoma is a disease of the optic nerves and if left untreated can lead to irreversible loss of vision. Increased intraocular pressure is one of the risk factors for glaucoma, and if treated can help prevent optic nerve damage.

Fact Table

Formula

Brimonidine: C11H10BrN5
Timolol: C13H24N4O3S

License

FDA approved

Bioavailability

Brimonidine: Topically in the eye, not systemically quantified
Timolol: 60-80% (ocularly applied)

Legal status

Prescription only

Chemical Name

Brimonidine / Timolol

Elimination half-life

Brimonidine: 2-3 hours
Timolol: 4 hours

Dosage (Strength)

Brimonidine 0.2% / Timolol 0.5%, Ophthalmic solution

Pregnancy advice

Category C (Risk not ruled out)

Brands

Combigan

Protein binding

Brimonidine: 29%
Timolol: 60%

PubChem CID

Brimonidine: 2435
Timolol: 33624

MedlinePlus

a601042

ChEBI

Brimonidine: CHEBI:3170
Timolol: CHEBI:9599

ATC code

S01ED51

DrugBank

Brimonidine: DB00484
Timolol: DB00373

KEGG

Brimonidine: D07540
Timolol: D00603

Routes of administration

Topical (ocular)

Directions

Instill one drop of COMBIGAN to the affected eye(s) twice daily. Application of COMBIGAN should be separated from other eye drops by at least 5 minutes.

For those who wear contact lenses, they should not be inserted until 15 minutes after using COMBIGAN. 

Ingredients

Brimonidine tartrate

Brimonidine works by activating alpha-adrenergic receptors on the surface of ciliary body cells. By activating these receptors, brimonidine reduced the produces of aqueous humor, lowering the pressure inside the eye.

Timolol maleate 

Timolol also works at the ciliary body cells and blocks the activation of beta-adrenergic receptors, which reduces the production of aqueous humor and has the downstream effect of lowering intraocular pressure.

Inactive ingredients of COMBIGAN include benzalkonium chloride (antibacterial agent), hydrochloric acid (for pH balance), sodium hydroxide (for pH balance), sodium phosphate monobasic and dibasic, and water.

Cautions

Do not touch the tip of the COMBIGAN eyedropper to the eye or other nonsterile surfaces, as it can contaminate the product. Contaminated products have been reported to cause bacterial infection.

There is a chance that ophthalmic products can be absorbed into the systemic circulation. In that case of beta-blockers like timolol, systemic side effects may include cardiac failure, pulmonary disease, vascular insufficiency, muscle weakness, masking of low blood sugar, and thyroid disorders. If you notice systemic side effects of COMBIGAN, stop the product and speak with your prescriber immediately.

Side Effects

The most common side effects of COMBIGAN include:

  • Allergic conjunctivitis
  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Conjunctival folliculitis
  • Ocular burning
  • Pruritis

COMBIGAN side effects on the kidney have been studied and are minimal because the drops are not readily absorbed systemically. Other systemic side effects are also rare.

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References

  1. DailyMed. "Combigan Package Insert.". Published 2015. Accessed November 7, 2019.
  2. Weinreb RN, Aung T, Medeiros FA. "The Pathophysiology and Treatment of Glaucoma." JAMA. 2014;311(18):1901. doi:10.1001/jama.2014.3192

IMPORTANT NOTE: The above information is intended to increase awareness of health information and does not suggest treatment or diagnosis. This information is not a substitute for individual medical attention and should not be construed to indicate that use of the drug is safe, appropriate, or effective for you. See your health care professional for medical advice and treatment.

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