What is Mirvaso?
Mirvaso is a prescription gel for symptomatic treatment of facial redness (erythem) at Rosacea. The active ingredient Brimonidine narrows the expanded blood vessels in the skin and thus reduces the redness.
Unlike Soolantra, Mirvaso does not work against papules and pustules, but especially against the characteristic facial redness. The action starts within 30 minutes and lasts about 12 hours.
The drug is intended for the situational application – for example before important dates.
Active Ingredients & Mechanism of Action
Active ingredient: Brimonidin 0,33%
Brimonidine is an alpha-2-adrenozeptor agonist:
Active mechanism:
- Activates alpha-2-receptors in blood vessels
- Guides for narrowing (Vasokonstriction) of enlarged vessels
- Reduces blood flow in the skin
- The Erythem (Rötung) decreases
Time:
- Effect entry: 30 minutes
- Maximum effect: 3-6 hours
- duration of action: 9-12 hours
No effect on:
- Inflammable lesions (papels, puppets)
- Teleangiectasia (extended oaths, permanent)
- The basic disease Rosacea
Who is it suitable for?
Mirvaso is suitable for:
- Adults with erythematous Rosacea
- Situative application for facial red
- In addition to other Rosacea treatments
Especially suitable:
- Before important events
- With heavily stressed facial redness
- As a supplement to basic therapy
Not suitable:
- As sole long-term therapy
- To paps and pussies
- Children under 18 years old
Available Dosages
**
- Brimonidine 3.3 mg/g (0.33%)
Pack size:
- 30 g tube
Application: Once a day, if necessary.
How to Take
Application: 1. Pea-sized quantity on the face Two. Spread thin and evenly 3. Save eyes, eyelids, lips and mouth 4. Wash hands after application
Time:
- If necessary, once a day
- Effect starts after 30 minutes
- For important dates: Just apply beforehand
Important notes:
- Not more often than once a day
- Not on open wounds or irritated skin
- Avoid contact with eyes
- Makeup can be applied after drying
Contraindications
**Mirvaso must not be applied at:* *
- hypersensitivity to Brimonidine
- Heavy or unstable cardiovascular disease
- Depression
- Children under 2 years
Preview at:
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Coronary or cerebral insufficiency
- Sjögren Syndrome
- simultaneous use of antidepressants
Pregnant period: Not recommended due to insufficient data.
Possible Side Effects
Acid (1-10%):
- Erythem (paradox redness)
- Flush
- Burn
- Contact dermatitis
Occasionally:
- Itching
- Skin irritation
- Reinforcement of the Rosacea
Rebound effect: In the event of decay of the effect, the redness can temporarily return more strongly than before. This occurs over a longer period of time, particularly when used daily.
** Some patients report a paradoxical redness increase. In this case, remove the preparation.
Interactions
Preview at:
- CNS-damping drugs
- Antihypertensive
- Heart glycosides
- MAO inhibitors
- Tricyclic antidepressants
** Systemic intake is low, but while taking certain medicines at the same time, caution is necessary.
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Important Notice
This information does not replace medical advice. If you have questions about your health or the suitability of this medication, please consult a doctor or pharmacist.
Important Safety Information
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