Careprost

Bimatoprost

Uses

Careprost is used in the treatment of glaucoma.

How it Works

Careprost eye drops work by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor or the clear watery fluid filling the space in front of an eyeball. This helps to lower the pressure within the eye.

Common Side effects

Some of the potential side effects of Careprostcan include the symptoms below;

Eye itching,
Conjunctival hyperemia,
Stinging in the eyes,
Blindness,
Bloody eye,
Blurred or decreased visio
Change in color vision,
Eyelash changes,
Eyelash growth,
Burning sensation in eye,
Foreign body sensation in eyes,
Increased iris pigmentation.

Introduction

Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost), a generic of Lumigan and Latisse, helps improve the length, fullness, and darkness of eyelashes. It is one of the most popular eyelash growth products available. Bimatoprost is also used to alleviate intraocular pressure in individuals suffering from glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Composition

Each ml contains:

- Bimatoprost, 0.3mg.
- Benzalkonium Chloride Solution IP (As Preservative), 0.01% w/v.
- Aqueous Buffered Vehicle, q.s.

Use

Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) is an agent that helps improve the length, fullness, and darkness of eyelashes. The active ingredient, Bimatoprost, is also often prescribed to alleviate intraocular pressure in individuals suffering from glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Elevated intraocular pressure may likely lead to glaucomatous field loss and the higher the level of pressure, the greater the probability of optic nerve damage as well as visual field loss. Bimatoprost helps lower intraocular pressure by regulating the amount of fluid that flows through both the trabecular meshwork and uveoscleral pathway. As aqueous production and drainage stabilize, pressure in the eye is reduced thus minimizing the risks associated with high intraocular pressure.

Dosage and administration

For more measured and detailed dosage information as well as administration guidelines, please consult your physician or pharmacist and adhere to his/her orders.

Using Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) for EYELASH GROWTH:

Generally, prior to applying Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost), do ensure that the face is clean and contact lenses are removed. Once daily in the evening, place one drop of Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) on the tip of a sterile applicator or fine eyeliner brush and apply evenly along the skin of the upper eyelid margin at the base of the eyelashes only, moving from the inner part of the upper eyelid margin at the base of the eyelashes to the outer part. Remove any excess solution outside the application area with a tissue. DO NOT APPLY to the lower eyelash line. Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) should be applied regularly for 12 to 16 weeks to ensure optimal eyelash growth and preliminary results manifest within 8 weeks. In case of a missed dose, DO NOT apply a double dose to make up for the missed dose; just apply Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) as usual the next evening. Extra applications of Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) will not increase eyelash growth. Once the treatment is stopped, eyelashes are expected to return to pretreatment conditions within a few weeks.

Side effects

Reported side effects with the use of Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) include,

- Burning, stinging, or itching sensation of the eye
- Dry eyes
- Conjunctival Hyperaemia
- A sensation as though something is in the eye
- Dizziness
- Nausea
- Eyelash growth
- Darkening of eyelash and skin surrounding the eye
- Periorbital erythema
- Brown discoloration of the iris
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Eye discharge
- Vision disruption
- Inflammation of the eye or eyelid

Please discontinue use and consult your physician or pharmacist immediately if you experience any of the aforementioned side effects. The above list of possible side effects is not exhaustive thus in the event that you encounter any other effects while using Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost), please suspend use and get in touch with your physician or pharmacist as soon as possible.

Storage

Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) should be kept in an environment between 2° to 25°C (36° to 77°F). Do not freeze. Careprost Ophthalmic Solution (Bimatoprost) should be used within one month after it is unsealed.