Brimonidine and brinzolamide ophthalmic and Glumetza

• Generic Name: brimonidine / brinzolamide ophthalmic
• Dosage Forms: n.a.
• Other Brand Names: Simbrinza

Brimonidine and brinzolamide ophthalmic reduces the amount of fluid in the eye, which decreases pressure inside the eye.

Brimonidine and brinzolamide ophthalmic (for the eyes) is a combination medicine used to treat open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye).

Brimonidine and brinzolamide ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

• Generic Name: metformin
• Dosage Forms: tablet, film coated, extended release
• Other Brand Names: Fortamet, Glucophage, Glucophage XR, Glumetza, Riomet, Glumetza. Riomet

Glumetza is used together with diet and exercise to improve blood sugar control in adults with type 2 diabetes mellitus.

Glumetza is sometimes used together with insulin or other medications, but this medicine is not for treating type 1 diabetes.

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