How much does BRIMONIDINE cost?

Pricing for BRIMONIDINE varies by insurance plan, dose, and pharmacy. Our database does not show a fixed cost because prices change faster than we can verify. For current pharmacy prices, check your insurance's formulary tier (in the prior-authorization section), use the GoodRx or Cost Plus Drugs deep links on this page, or ask your pharmacist to run a test claim. If a copay card is listed, it usually drops the out-of-pocket significantly for commercial insurance.

Does BRIMONIDINE need prior authorization?

BRIMONIDINE appears on 2 payer formularies in our database. PA requirements vary by payer — see the prior-authorization table on this page for specifics. In general, specialty and brand-name drugs are more likely to require PA than generic equivalents.

Is there a copay card or patient assistance program for BRIMONIDINE?

Yes — the manufacturer copay card link is available on this page. A patient assistance program is also available for qualifying patients. Eligibility typically depends on insurance type and income. Click the CTA buttons above to apply directly through the manufacturer's portal.

What is BRIMONIDINE used to treat?

BRIMONIDINE (generic: brimonidine) is indicated for Hypertension, Open-angle Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension, Ocular Hypertension and 2 other conditions. Click any condition name on this page for more detail.

BRIMONIDINE

Generic: brimonidine

Verified·Oct 26, 2026

Manufacturer: Allergan
NDC: 82182-321
RxCUI: 1437707
Route: TOPICAL
ICD-10 indication: H40.10X0

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About BRIMONIDINE

What is this medication?

Brimonidine is a prescription medication primarily used in the form of eye drops to lower internal pressure within the eye. It is most often prescribed to patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The medication belongs to a class of drugs known as alpha-adrenergic agonists and works by decreasing the amount of fluid produced in the eye while simultaneously increasing the amount of fluid that drains out.

This medication is also available as a topical gel used to treat certain skin conditions. When applied to the skin, it helps reduce persistent facial redness specifically associated with rosacea in adults. It achieves this by narrowing the blood vessels in the skin, which decreases the appearance of flushing. Whether used for the eyes or the face, it is important to use the specific formulation prescribed for that condition as directed by a healthcare professional.

Copay & patient assistance

Patient Copay Amount: Not Publicly Available
Maximum Annual Benefit Limit: Not Publicly Available
Core Eligibility Restrictions: Not Publicly Available
RxBIN, PCN, and Group numbers: Not Publicly Available

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Cost Plus Drug Company

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GoodRx

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Prescribing information

From the FDA-approved label for BRIMONIDINE. Official source: DailyMed (NLM) · Label effective Mar 31, 2026

Indications and usage

Use relieves redness of the eye due to minor eye irritations

Dosage and administration

Directions adults and children 5 years of age and over: instill 1 drop in the affected eye(s) every 6-8 hours do not use more than 4 times daily remove contact lenses before use wait at least 10 minutes before re-inserting contact lenses after use if using other ophthalmic products while using this product, wait at least 5 minutes between each product to avoid contamination, do not touch tip of container to any surface replace cap after each use children under 5 years of age: consult a doctor

Warnings

Warnings For external use only Do not use if solution changes color or becomes cloudy Stop use and ask a doctor if you experience eye pain, changes in vision, continued redness or irritation of the eye condition worsens or persists for more than 3 days If pregnant or breast-feeding, ask a health professional before use. Keep out of reach of children. If swallowed, get medical help or contact a Poison Control Center right away.

Label text is reproduced as-is from the FDA-approved label. We do not paraphrase, summarize, or omit. Content above is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult your prescribing clinician or pharmacist before making decisions about your medication.

Conditions we've indexed resources for

Click a condition to see copay cards, grants, and PA rules specific to it. For the full list of FDA-approved indications, see Prescribing information above.

Medicare Part D coverage

How BRIMONIDINE appears across Medicare Part D plan formularies nationally. Source: CMS monthly Prescription Drug Plan file (2026-08-31).

Covered by plans

35 of 5,499 plans

Most common tier

Tier 4

On 83% of covering formularies

Prior authorization required

50%

of covering formularies

Tier	Formularies on this tier	Share
Tier 1 (preferred generic)	1	17%
Tier 4 (non-preferred brand)	5	83%

Step therapy: 0% of formularies

Quantity limits: 0% of formularies

Coverage breadth: 6 of 65 formularies

How to read this:plans on the same formulary share tier + PA rules. Your specific plan's copay depends on (a) the tier above, (b) your plan's cost-share for that tier, (c) whether you're in the initial coverage phase or past the 2026 $2,000 out-of-pocket cap. For your exact plan, check its Summary of Benefits or log in to your Medicare.gov account. Copay cards don't apply to Medicare (federal law).

Prior authorization & coverage

Payer	PA	Step therapy	Copay tier
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How this page is sourced

Drug identity verified against openFDA NDC Directory.
Label text (when shown) originates from NLM DailyMed.
Copay and assistance URLs verified periodically; if you hit a broken link, tell us.