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MAY 2014

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© 2014 Novartis 2/14 SMB14044JAD ® (brinzolamide/brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic suspension) 1%/0.2% References: 1. SIMBRINZA ® Suspension Package Insert. 2. Katz G, DuBiner H, Samples J, et al. Three-month randomized trial of fi xed-combination brinzolamide, 1%, and brimonidine, 0.2% [published online ahead of print April 11, 2013]. JAMA Ophthalmol. doi:10.1001/jamaophthal- mol.2013.188. 3. Nguyen QH, McMenemy MG, Realini T, et al. Phase 3 randomized 3-month trial with an ongoing 3-month safety extension of fi xed-combination brinzolamide 1%/brimonidine 0.2%. J Ocul Pharmacol Ther. 2013;29(3):290-297. 4. Data on fi le, 2013. INDICATIONS AND USAGE SIMBRINZA ® (brinzolamide/brimonidine tartrate ophthalmic suspension) 1%/0.2% is a fi xed combination indicated in the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Dosage and Administration The recommended dose is one drop of SIMBRINZA ® Suspension in the affected eye(s) three times daily. Shake well before use. SIMBRINZA ® Suspension may be used concomitantly with other topical ophthalmic drug products to lower intraocular pressure. If more than one topical ophthalmic drug is being used, the drugs should be administered at least fi ve (5) minutes apart. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Contraindications SIMBRINZA ® Suspension is contraindicated in patients who are hypersensitive to any component of this product and neonates and infants under the age of 2 years. Warnings and Precautions Sulfonamide Hypersensitivity Reactions—Brinzolamide is a sulfonamide, and although administered topically, is absorbed systemically. Sulfonamide attributable adverse reactions may occur. Fatalities have occurred due to severe reactions to sulfonamides. Sensitization may recur when a sulfonamide is readministered irrespective of the route of administration. If signs of serious reactions or hypersensitivity occur, discontinue the use of this preparation. Corneal Endothelium—There is an increased potential for developing corneal edema in patients with low endothelial cell counts. Severe Hepatic or Renal Impairment (CrCl <30 mL/min)— SIMBRINZA ® Suspension has not been specifi cally studied in these patients and is not recommended. Contact Lens Wear—The preservative in SIMBRINZA ® Suspension, benzalkonium chloride, may be absorbed by soft contact lenses. Contact lenses should be removed during instillation of SIMBRINZA ® Suspension but may be reinserted 15 minutes after instillation. Severe Cardiovascular Disease—Brimonidine tartrate, a component of SIMBRINZA ® Suspension, had a less than 5% mean decrease in blood pressure 2 hours after dosing in clinical studies; caution should be exercised in treating patients with severe cardiovascular disease. Adverse Reactions In two clinical trials of 3 months' duration with SIMBRINZA ® Suspension, the most frequent reactions associated with its use occurring in approximately 3-5% of patients in descending order of incidence included: blurred vision, eye irritation, dysgeusia (bad taste), dry mouth, and eye allergy. Adverse reaction rates with SIMBRINZA ® Suspension were comparable to those of the individual components. Treatment discontinuation, mainly due to adverse reactions, was reported in 11% of SIMBRINZA ® Suspension patients. Drug Interactions—Consider the following when prescribing SIMBRINZA ® Suspension: Concomitant administration with oral carbonic anhydrase inhibitors is not recommended due to the potential additive effect. Use with high- dose salicylate may result in acid-base and electrolyte alterations. Use with CNS depressants may result in an additive or potentiating effect. Use with antihypertensives/cardiac glycosides may result in additive or potentiating effect on lowering blood pressure. Use with tricyclic antidepressants may blunt the hypotensive effect of systemic clonidine and it is unknown if use with this class of drugs interferes with IOP lowering. Use with monoamine oxidase inhibitors may result in increased hypotension. For additional information about SIMBRINZA ® Suspension, please see Brief Summary of full Prescribing Information on adjacent page. Learn more at myalcon.com/SIMBRINZA NEW LIGHT GREEN CAP— SAME IOP LOWERING 1-4 SIMBRINZA ® Suspension, now with a light green cap, is the only beta-blocker-free fixed-dose combination 2,3

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