Lumify

Generic name: Brimonidine Ophthalmic
Brand names: Lumify

Usage of Lumify

Lumify eye drops are available without a prescription.

Lumify eye drops are used to relieve eye redness due to minor eye irritations.

Lumify may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Lumify 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.

Common Lumify side effects may include:

mild itching, redness, burning, or other irritation of your eyes;

dry mouth, blurred vision; or

drowsiness, tiredness.

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.

Before taking Lumify

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

To make sure Lumify is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had::

heart problems, circulation problems;

coronary artery disease (clogged arteries);

low blood pressure;

depression; or

Raynaud's syndrome, Buerger disease.

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

How to use Lumify

Use Lumify eye drops 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 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.

Store Lumify eye drops at room temperature away from moisture and heat. Do not freeze. Keep the 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.

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.

What other drugs will affect Lumify

Using Lumify with other drugs that make you drowsy can worsen this effect. Ask your doctor before using opioid medication, a sleeping pill, a muscle relaxer, or medicine for anxiety or seizures.

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially:

an antidepressant; or

heart or blood pressure medication.

This list is not complete. Other drugs may affect brimonidine, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products. Not all possible drug interactions are listed here.

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