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How to take Generic for Alphagan :
The dosage of Generic Alphagan prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician's instructions and/or the directions on the prescription label. The following dosage information includes some common doses of Generic Alphagan. If your dose is different, do not follow any of the dosages described below unless your physician has approved.
The recommended dose of Generic Alphagan is one drop for three times a day in the affected eye; the duration between doses should be 8 hours. This ophthalmic solution should not be used for longer period than that recommended by your doctor.
The dosage prescribed per day depends on the strength of the prescription drug Generic Alphagan. In addition, the time between doses is dependant on the medical problem related to the prescription and the discretion of the physician prescribing the drug.
Missed Dose of Generic for
Alphagan :
If your physician has instructed or directed you to take Generic for Alphagan medication in a regular schedule and you have missed a dose of this medicine, take it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, instead skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the doses unless otherwise directed.
Overdose of Generic for Alphagan
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Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect overdose of Generic Alphagan, call your doctor immediately. Some of the overdose symptoms that may occur in infants treated for congenital glaucoma are apnoea, bradycardia, hypotension, hypotonia, hypothermia, and cyanosis.
Medical Alert when taking
Generic for Alphagan :
Do not share Generic for Alphagan with others even if they have the same symptoms that you have. Lifestyle changes such as stress reduction programs, exercise, and dietary changes may increase the effectiveness of this medicine. Talk to your physician or pharmacist about lifestyle changes that might benefit you. Laboratory and/or medical tests (e.g., kidney function, potassium blood level) should be performed periodically to monitor your progress or check for side effects. Consult your physician for more details. Have your blood pressure checked regularly while taking this medication. Learn how to monitor your own blood pressure at home. Discuss this with your own physician.
Before using Generic Alphagan, inform your doctor if you are suffering from high blood pressure, kidney or liver disease, and heart disease so that dose adjustment may be made. It is also important to inform your doctor if you are pregnant or nursing your baby. If you are wearing contact lenses, then the same should be removed prior to the application of Alphagan. This medicine may cause tiredness or drowsiness in some individuals. Hence, caution should be exercised while using this drug if you engage in activities that require mental alertness.
Ask your doctor about Generic
for Alphagan :
The health and medical information provided here is intended to supplement and not substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacists, or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of Generic Alphagan is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.
The use of Alphagan brand name and generic drugs should be done so only after receiving a consultation and written prescription by a licensed physician. |
