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Pharmacies sometimes switch which manufacturer's version of a drug they stock. Enter both product names or DINs — usually printed right on the label or bottle — to see how they compare.
First product
vsAPO-BRIMONIDINE
Second product
ALPHAGAN
This comparison shows regulatory facts from Health Canada. It does not determine whether these products are interchangeable — ask your pharmacist before switching.
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| APO-BRIMONIDINE | ALPHAGAN | |
|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | APOTEX INC | ABBVIE CORPORATION |
| Active ingredient | BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE | BRIMONIDINE TARTRATE |
| Strength | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Dosage form | SOLUTION | SOLUTION LIQUID |
| Route | OPHTHALMIC | OPHTHALMIC |
| Health Canada status | Dormant | Marketed |
| Shortage status | Permanently Discontinued | No current shortage |
| Recall / safety alert | 1 | None on file |
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