Brimonidine Eye Drops within the Reach of Children: A Possible Foe

Brimonidine, a selective alpha-2 adrenergic agonist used for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma, has been shown to cause neurological side effects such as unresponsiveness, lethargy, hypoventilation, and stupor, mimicking opioid toxicity. We report one case of transient encephalopathy in a toddler...

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Main Authors: Daniela Trotta, Mirco Zucchelli, Carmela Salladini, Patrizia Ballerini, Claudia Rossi, Maurizio Aricò
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2024-03-01
Series:Children
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/11/3/317