How can I get Brolene Eye Drops in the US?

Medically reviewed by Dr. Jamie Winn
Aug 18, 2023

Brolene Eye Drops is a brand-name antibiotic eye drop that is used to treat minor bacterial and fungal eyelid and eye infections. It is not used to treat dry, red eyes that are due to allergies or hay fever. In the United Kingdom, the active ingredient, propamidine isethionate, is also sold under the brand name Golden Eye.

Brolene Eye Drops is not an expensive medication but you will not be able to order it from a pharmacy in the US. It is available from international pharmacies for around $15. Keep reading to learn how Brolene Eye Drops works, its side effects, and other important additional information.

What medical conditions does Brolene Eye Drops treat?

Conjunctivitis

Pink eye or conjunctivitis is the inflammation or infection of the conjunctiva. The conjunctiva is the thin membrane that lines the inner surface of your eyelids and the white parts of your eyes. Typical symptoms of pink eye include redness, itching, and a gritty sensation in your eye. You will often have a discharge that forms a crust on your eyelashes during the night.

Blepharitis

Blepharitis is defined as inflammation of your eyelids. It typically affects both eyes along the edges of your eyelids. Blepharitis usually occurs when the tiny oil glands near the base of your eyelashes become clogged. This leads to redness and irritation. There are several diseases and medical conditions that can cause blepharitis.

What is the active ingredient in Brolene Eye Drops?

Generic equivalent of Brolene Eye Drops: propamidine isethionate

Brolene Eye Drops 10ml contains propamidine isethionate 0.1%. It is a topical eye care solution used in the treatment of minor eye infections as well as infections of the eyelids. Your doctor may advise you to use lubricating eye drops to help with dry eyes or medications to help with pain relief or itching (Optrex) while using Brolene Eye Drops.

General Drug Information and FAQs

What does Brolene Eye Drops do?

Brolene 0.1% Eye Drops is an antiseptic, antibacterial, and antifungal medication that is used to treat certain eye infections. It works by stopping the bacteria from multiplying and spreading to help your immune system clear up the infection. By putting the medication directly into your eyes, it allows it to work directly on the bacteria causing the infection.

How do you use Brolene Eye Drops?

Always read the patient information leaflet for product details before using this and any other medication.

Use Brolene Eye Drops exactly as directed. Do not use it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

The usual dose is 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) up to 4 times a day for at least 2 days. If your symptoms get worse or do not improve after 2 days, contact your healthcare provider.

To use Brolene Eye Drops properly, do the following:

Wash your hands with soap and water before using it.
Clean the affected eye(s) with saline solution.
Remove the cap from the eye drop bottle.
Tilt your head back.
Squeeze 1 or 2 drops to the inside of your lower eyelid without touching your eye.
Close your eye.
Wipe away any excess liquid from your eyes with a clean tissue.
Put the cap back on the bottle immediately after each use.

Before using Brolene Eye Drops

You should not use Brolene Eye Drops if you have a known allergy to propamidine isetionate or any inactive ingredient in this product’s formulation such as ammonium chloride, sodium chloride, and sodium hydroxide. This product also contains the preservative, benzalkonium chloride. It has been reported that it may cause eye irritation, dry eyes and may have an adverse effect on the surface of your cornea.

You should be sure your healthcare provider is aware of your medical conditions before starting Brolene Eye Drops, including if you:

Use hard or soft contact lenses
Have glaucoma
Are pregnant, plan on becoming pregnant, or are breastfeeding

Brolene Eye Drops drug interactions

When Brolene Eye Drops are taken with other medications, it can change the way they work or increase the frequency and severity of side effects. You should obtain further information from a healthcare professional on whether any of the prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, vitamins, and herbal supplements you take may interact with this medication.

Brolene Eye Drops side effects

Some side effects of Brolene Eye Drops include:

Eye irritation, redness, or pain
Itching around your eye

Brolene Eye Drops can sometimes cause more serious side effects including:

Serious, life-threatening allergic reactions, including hives, swelling, or shortness of breath

Disclaimer: This is not a full list of the side effects of this medication. Contact your healthcare provider for medical advice about any possible side effects you experience while taking Brolene Eye Drops. You can also report your adverse reactions to the FDA toll-free at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch.

How much do Brolene Eye Drops cost?

Brolene Eye Drops is a brand-name medication with no generic version available. You can order Brolene Eye Drops with free delivery to your doorstep for around $15 from Universal Drug Store with a valid prescription.

We work with a number of Canadian pharmacies and international pharmacies from the United Kingdom, Australia, New Zealand, India, and Turkey, all licensed by the qualified pharmaceutical regulatory bodies of their respective countries. Because it is coming from another country, it is not available for next day delivery. Delivery can take approximately 2 weeks to North America, and 4 weeks to other countries.

Checkout Universal Drugstore’s online pharmacy in Canada for the lowest price available on Brolene Eye Drops and many other medications, no coupon needed!

How often do you use Brolene eye drops?

The usual dose for Brolene Eye Drops is 1 to 2 drops in the affected eye(s) 3 to 4 times a day for at least 2 days. If your symptoms worsen or do not improve after 2 days, contact your healthcare provider as you may need a different medication.