Lumify
Lumify (brimonidine) is an over-the-counter eye drop that helps treat red eye. It contains a lower dose of brimonidine than the prescription medication brimonidine (Alphagan P) used to treat glaucoma. Lumify (brimonidine) doesn't cause a lot of side effects, and starts to work quickly within one minute.
What is Lumify (brimonidine)?
What is Lumify (brimonidine) used for?
- Red eye from minor irritation
How Lumify (brimonidine) works
Lumify (brimonidine) is an alpha-2 agonist eye drop. It eases eye redness by narrowing the blood vessels in the eyes.
Drug facts
| Common Brands | Lumify |
|---|---|
| Drug Class | Alpha agonist |
| Controlled Substance Classification | Not a controlled medication |
| Generic Status | No lower-cost generic available |
| Availability | Over-the-counter |
Side effects of Lumify (brimonidine)
The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Itchy eye(s)
- Feeling like somethings in your eye
- Tearing
- Eye pain
The following Lumify (brimonidine) side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Change in vision
- New or worsening eye pain, redness, irritation, or discharge
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
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Pros and cons of Lumify (brimonidine)
Pros
- Available without a prescription
- Starts to work within a minute
- Can be used in children as young as 5 years old
Cons
- Only relieves red eyes, it doesn't treat the cause
- Can cause a feeling like there's something in your eye
- Effects last about 8 hours
Pharmacist tips for Lumify (brimonidine)
- Wash your hands before putting Lumify (brimonidine) drops in your eyes. Don't touch the dropper tip with your eye, hands, or any other surface. This will help you avoid eye infections by preventing contamination of the solution.
- After placing a drop in the eye, close your eye and press one finger to the inner corner of your eye by the nose and press lightly for 1 minute. This helps make sure your eye absorbs the drop.
- If you are using Lumify (brimonidine) at the same time as other eye medications, wait 5 minutes between each drop to give your eyes time to absorb each medication.
Risks and warnings for Lumify (brimonidine)
Lumify (brimonidine) can cause some serious health issues. This risk may be even higher for certain groups. If this worries you, talk to your doctor or pharmacist about other options.
Bacterial infections
- Risk factors: Injury or damage to the surface of the eye
Use of Lumify (brimonidine) can cause a bacteria infection in your eye if your bottle gets contaminated with bacteria. It's important to wash your hands before each use, and be careful not to touch the dropper tip with your eye, hands, or any other surface.
No contact lenses
The preservative in Lumify (brimonidine), benzalkonium chloride, can be absorbed by soft contact lenses and cause damage. If you wear soft contacts, remove them before using a dose of Lumify (brimonidine). Wait at least 10 minutes after your dose before putting your contacts back in.
Only use in the eye
Only put Lumify (brimonidine) on the surface of the eye. Don't swallow it or use this as an injection because there's not much information on the risks of this and it can be very unsafe.
Eye irritation or redness
Most people don't experience side effects when using Lumify (brimonidine). But if you experience eye pain, more eye redness, or eye irritation after using this medication, stop using it and contact your provider, as this could be a sign of an allergic reaction.
Also, if you have been using this product for 3 days and haven't seen any improvement or if your symptoms have gotten worse, you should also contact your provider. You might need more medical attention.
Lumify (brimonidine) dosage
Eye dropper| Dosage | Quantity | Price as low as | Price per unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7.5ml of 0.025% | 1 eye dropper | $22.39 | $22.39 |
Typical dosage for Lumify (brimonidine)
Adults and children (ages 5 years and older): Place 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 6 to 8 hours, no more than 4 times daily.
How much does Lumify (brimonidine) cost?
$22.39
Lumify (brimonidine) contraindications
Contraindications are specific health conditions or situations in which a person should not take a medication due to safety concerns. If you have any of the following conditions or if any of the following apply to you, let your healthcare provider know because Lumify (brimonidine) will not be safe for you to take.
- Children under the age of 5
What are alternatives to Lumify (brimonidine)?
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