Mirvaso

Generic name: Brimonidine Topical
Brand names: Mirvaso
Drug class: Topical anti-rosacea agents

Usage of Mirvaso

Mirvaso works by narrowing blood vessels.

Mirvaso gel is used to treat facial rosacea (enlarged facial blood vessels) in adults.

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

Mirvaso side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have any signs of an allergic reaction to Mirvaso: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using this medicine and call your doctor at once if you have:

dizziness or feeling light-headed;

slow heartbeats; or

severe skin redness, burning, or other irritation.

Common Mirvaso side effects may include:

mild skin redness or burning;

flushing (warmth, redness, or tingly feeling); or

pale or lighter skin where the medicine was applied.

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 Mirvaso

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

To make sure Mirvaso is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have:

coronary artery disease or circulation problems;

heart disease or a blood vessel disorder;

Raynaud's syndrome (numbness or cold feeling in your hands or feet);

depression;

low blood pressure;

an autoimmune disorder called Sjögren's syndrome;

a build-up of scar tissue on your skin (scleroderma);

if you plan to have laser surgery; or

if you take a heart or blood pressure medication.

It is not known whether Mirvaso will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.

It is not known whether brimonidine passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. You should not breast-feed while using this medicine.

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How to use Mirvaso

Usual Adult Dose for Acne Rosacea:

Maintenance dose: Apply a pea-size amount of gel once daily to: central forehead, chin, nose, each cheek. Use: Topical treatment of persistent (nontransient) facial erythema of rosacea in adults 18 years of age or older. This medicine is not for oral, ophthalmic, or intravaginal use.

Warnings

Do not apply Mirvaso gel to irritated skin or open wounds. Avoid contact with the eyes and lips.

Some patients using Mirvaso gel may experience redness or flushing.

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 Mirvaso

It is not likely that other drugs you take orally or inject will have an effect on topically applied brimonidine. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your health care providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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