Globrim Information

Globrim is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Drops. It is primarily used for the treatment of Glaucoma. The alternative uses of Globrim have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Globrim. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

The side effects typically associated with Globrim include Eye Burning, Stinging in the Eyes, Eye itching. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Globrim can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Globrim are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Globrim is Mild for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Globrim's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

The section on Globrim contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Globrim have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.

You should also be aware that Globrim is safe while driving, and is addiction.

Globrim Benefits & Uses
Globrim Dosage & How to Take
Globrim Side Effects
Globrim Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Globrim with Other Drugs
Globrim Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Globrim
Globrim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Globrim Benefits & Uses

Globrim is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Glaucoma

Globrim Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Glaucoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 1 drop Dosage Route: Ophthalmic Frequency: 3 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Globrim Related Warnings

Is the use of Globrim safe for pregnant women?

Globrim has little to no side effects in pregnant women.

Mild
Is the use of Globrim safe during breastfeeding?

Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Globrim for breastfeeding women are not known.

Unknown
What is the effect of Globrim on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Globrim. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Globrim on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Globrim. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Globrim on the Heart?

Globrim can have moderate side effects on the heart. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Globrim with Other Drugs

Globrim should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Globrim Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Globrim unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Depression
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Globrim

Is this Globrim habit forming or addictive?

Globrim does not cause addiction.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

Globrim will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, Globrim is safe for use.

Safe
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Globrim for mental disorders.

No

Globrim Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Globrim

You can take Globrim with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Globrim

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Globrim and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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Globrim 0.15% Eye Drop