Drug interactions
Brimonidine + Topiramate
Severity: Minor
Brimonidine and Topiramate: minor interaction.
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Summary
Ophthalmic brimonidine has low systemic exposure but may cause drowsiness, and topiramate can cause somnolence and cognitive slowing. Additive sedation is possible but usually mild.
What this interaction means in plain words
Brimonidine and Topiramate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised.
Brimonidine belongs to Miscellaneous; Topiramate belongs to Central Nervous System.
Why it happens
Additive CNS depressant effects.
What to do
Counsel on possible drowsiness and driving. No dose change is usually needed unless symptoms are bothersome.
What to ask your pharmacist
- Is there anything I should notice while taking both?
- Do I need to tell my doctor at the next visit?
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Other interactions of Topiramate
Other interactions of Brimonidine
- Brimonidine + Isocarboxazid Contraindicated
- Brimonidine + Linezolid Contraindicated
- Brimonidine + Phenelzine Contraindicated
- Brimonidine + Procarbazine Contraindicated
- Brimonidine + Rasagiline Contraindicated
- Brimonidine + Selegiline Contraindicated
Frequently asked questions
Can I take Brimonidine with Topiramate?
MediHelp rates the interaction as minor. Brimonidine and Topiramate have a small, usually unimportant interaction. Most people can take both; the pharmacist may still mention it so that any unexpected effect is recognised. Ophthalmic brimonidine has low systemic exposure but may cause drowsiness, and topiramate can cause somnolence and cognitive slowing. Additive sedation is possible but usually mild.
How serious is the interaction between Brimonidine and Topiramate?
MediHelp rates it minor, on a four-level scale (minor, moderate, major, contraindicated) based on published labels and references. What to do, in brief: Counsel on possible drowsiness and driving. No dose change is usually needed unless symptoms are bothersome.
What other medicines interact with Topiramate?
MediHelp also lists interactions of Topiramate with, for example, Benzhydrocodone / acetaminophen, Buprenorphine long-acting, Buprenorphine subdermal implant. The full list is on the Topiramate page.
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