Brimonidine

Generic Name
Brimonidine
Brand Names
Alphagan, Combigan, Lumify, Mirvaso, Onreltea, Qoliana, Simbrinza
Drug Type
Small Molecule
Chemical Formula
C11H10BrN5
CAS Number
59803-98-4
Unique Ingredient Identifier
E6GNX3HHTE
Background

Brimonidine is an alpha-adrenergic agonist and 2-imidazoline derivative that was first introduced in 1996. It is considered to be a third generation alpha-2 aadrenergic receptor agonist, since it displays preferential binding at alpha-2 adrenoceptors over alpha-1 receptors. Brimonidine displays a higher selectivity toward the alpha-2 adrenergic receptors tha...

Indication

Opthalmic

Indicated for lowering intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension as monotherapy or combination product with brinzolamide.

Topical

Indicated for the treatment of persistent (non-transient) facial erythema of rosacea in adults 18 years of age or older.

Associated Conditions
Increased Intra Ocular Pressure (IOP), Ocular Hypertension, Facial erythema
Associated Therapies
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INFLUENCE OF TOPICAL INDOMETHACIN ON HYPOTHENSIVE EFFECT OF BRIMONIDINE

Phase 4
Terminated
Conditions
First Posted Date
2006-07-04
Last Posted Date
2006-10-26
Lead Sponsor
Federal University of São Paulo
Registration Number
NCT00347035

Effects of Topical Clonidine vs. Brimonidine on Choroidal Blood Flow and Intraocular Pressure During Isometric Exercise

Phase 4
Completed
Conditions
First Posted Date
2006-04-10
Last Posted Date
2007-02-12
Lead Sponsor
Medical University of Vienna
Target Recruit Count
18
Registration Number
NCT00312416
Locations
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Department of Clinical Pharmacology, Vienna, Austria

Safety and Efficacy of Brimonidine in Patients With Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension

Phase 3
Completed
Conditions
First Posted Date
2005-09-15
Last Posted Date
2011-05-30
Lead Sponsor
Allergan
Target Recruit Count
207
Registration Number
NCT00168363
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