Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution
Bimatoprost is prescribed for the treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
Bimatoprost Composition :-
Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution 0.01% w/v for external use.
Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution 0.03% w/v for external use.
Bimatoprost Uses : -
Bimatoprost is used to treat eye conditions like ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma that cause increased pressure inside the eyes.
Bimatoprost Dosage :-
Bimatoprost is a prescription medicine, and for external/opthalmic use only. Bimatoprost dose, duration or treatment will be decided by your doctor.
Complete the prescribed treatment of Bimatoprost.
Bimatoprost Side-effects :
Like all medicines, Bimatoprost can cause side effects, however not everyone may experience these side effects.
Common side effects are-
• Blurred vision,
• Eye color changes,
• Eye discharge,
• Headache,
• Burning or itching of eyes,
• Redness of the eye,
• Eye swelling,
• Denser eyelash.
Most of the side effects do not need any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you are worried about them.
How Bimatoprost Works :-
Bimatoprost :
Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin analogue. Bimatoprost work by reducing the fluid pressure inside the eyes.
Thus, Bimatoprost helps to treat ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
Precautions & Warnings :-
• Avoid using Bimatoprost if you are allergic to Bimatoprost.
• Take immediate medical attention if you observe any symptoms like skin rash, itching/swelling (especially of the face/tongue/throat, eyes), severe dizziness, breathing difficulty, etc.
• If Bimatoprost get contaminated by bacteria on multiple-use, it can lead to bacterial keratitis (an infection of the cornea, the clear front surface of the eyes). So, avoid touching the tip of the dropper against your eye or other surfaces.
• Bimatoprost is not suggested for use if a child is below 1 year of age as the safety and efficacy data are not clinically established.
• It is not known whether Bimatoprost interacts with alcohol. It is suggested to consult your doctor before consumption.
• Bimatoprosts is not suggested to use during pregnancy untill it is necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.
• Bimatoprosts is not suggested to use while breastfeeding untill it is necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with your doctor before using this medicine.
• Please ask to your doctor while using Bimatoprost if you have a liver impairment or any doubt regarding this.
• Please ask to your doctor if you have any doubt regarding the use of Bimatoprost in patients with kidney impairment.
• Bimatoprost may lead to temporary blurring of vision or visual disturbances after instilling the eye drops. If you undergo such symptoms, avoid driving vehicles or operating machines.
• Contact lens- Bimatoprost is not suggested for use if you are wearing contact lenses. Remove the contact lenses before administration of eye drops and wait for atleast 15 minutes before putting them back into your eyes.
• Eyelash changes and Pigmentation-
Bimatoprost can generally cause changes in the eyelashes like an increase in the length, thickness, pigmentation, and the number of lashes or hairs. It can also cause misdirected growth of eyelashes.
• If you miss a dose of Bimatoprost, use it as soon as you remember. So, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Bimatoprost Brand Name :-
Bimatoprost Price :-
MRP ₹ =
Bimatoprost Storage :-
Bimatoprost : Store below 30°C
Classification :-
Drug Name : Bimatoprost,
Therapeutics Indiaction : Treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
FAQs :-
What is Bimatoprost?
Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin analogue. Bimatoprost work by reducing the fluid pressure inside the eyes. Bimatoprost is use in the treatment of ocular hypertension and glaucoma.
How should Bimatoprost be Use?
Bimatoprost for external use. Bimatoprost dose, duration or treatment will be decided by your doctor.
What are the side effects of Bimatoprost?
Bimatoprost can cause some side effects such as, blurred vision, eye color changes, eye discharge, headache, burning or itching of eyes, redness of the eye, eye swelling and denser eyelash. Most of the side effects do not need any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they continue or if you are worried about them.