.Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.D.D11AX21 .Pharmacolibrary.Drugs.ATC.D.D11AX21| name: | Brimonidine |
| ATC code: | D11AX21 | route: | topical |
| n-compartments | 1 |
Brimonidine is an alpha2-adrenergic receptor agonist primarily used for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension to reduce intraocular pressure. It is also used topically for the treatment of facial erythema of rosacea. Brimonidine is approved for use today in several countries including the US and EU.
Estimated pharmacokinetic values for brimonidine topical administration in adults based on available summary information and extrapolation from ocular use, as no direct published pharmacokinetic data is available for topical rosacea formulation.
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