Lumigan (Bimatoprost)

Lumigan (Bimatoprost) Medication Information:

What is Lumigan (Bimatoprost)?

Lumigan is a prescription drug belonging to the Antiglaucoma, Prostaglandin Agonists pharmacological class.It is used to treat the symptoms of Elevated Intraocular Pressure (EIOP) caused by Glaucoma and Hypotrichosis of the Eyelashes.

What is Lumigan (Bimatoprost) used for?

Bimatoprost is a drug that is used to treat excessive eye pressure caused by glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye conditions (such as ocular hypertension). It is a preventive eye treatment for blindness by simply lowering high intraocular pressure within the eye.

How does Lumigan work?

Lumigan's main ingredient, bimatoprost, is a prostaglandin analog (a man-made copy of a natural substance, prostaglandin). Prostaglandin stimulates the outflow of the watery fluid (aqueous humor) from the eyeball. Lumigan works similarly, increasing the flow of fluid from the eye. It maintains a normal pressure by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye.

Direction:

How to take Lumigan (Bimatoprost)?

In the affected eye(s), apply this medication once a day in the evening, or as instructed by your doctor. Bimatoprost should not be used more frequently because it will not work as well.

Before using eye drops, make sure your hands are clean. Do not touch the dropper tip or allow it to come into contact with your eye or any other surface to avoid contamination.

What is the different dosage available?

It's an ophthalmic solution eye dropper with 2.5ml of 0.01 % bimatoprost and 5ml of 0.01% bimatoprost.

What is the recommended dosage?

The recommended dosage for adults and children above 16 years of age can be once a day usually In the evening. They can place 1 drop in the affected eye(s) or as directed by their physician.

What if you forget to give a dose of Lumigan?

As soon as you recollect, take the missed dose. If the next dose is approaching, skip the missing dose and return to your regular dosing plan. To make up for a missing dose, do not take a double dose.

Lumigan Precautions:

What should you know about Lumigan (Bimatoprost) before you start taking it?

If you are allergic to bimatoprost or related medications (such as latanoprost or travoprost), or if you have any other allergies, tell your doctor or pharmacist before using it.

Tell your doctor or pharmacist about any previous medical conditions like macular edema, iritis, uveitis, or lens extraction/aphakia.

If you develop an eye infection or damage, or if you have eye surgery Check with your doctor about continuing to use your current bottle of bimatoprost

Lumigan Side Effects:

What are the side effects of Lumigan (Bimatoprost)?

You may have eyeburn, stinging, irritation, or redness, as well as dry eyes, wet eyes, and increased sensitivity to light. Notify your doctor or pharmacist right once if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
This medicine may cause brown staining of the colored area of the eye over time (months to years) (iris). If you only use bimatoprost in one eye, the iris of that eye may change color.

Lumigan Drug Interactions:

Does this medication interact with other drugs, foods, or alcohol?

Discuss with your doctor and pharmacist. list everything you use (including prescription and nonprescription pharmaceuticals, as well as herbal products). Without your doctor's permission, do not begin, stop, or modify the dosage of any medications.
Eyelash treatment is one product that may interfere with this medication (such as topically applied bimatoprost)

Storage:

How should this medication be stored?

Combigan should be stored in a firmly sealed container away from light at room temperature, heat, moisture, and reach of the children. It is not essential to keep Lumigan eye drops refrigerated at a temperature of 2-25ºC

Other Important Information:

• Make sure no one else uses this medication without any prescription.
• Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution can cause pigmented tissue alterations. Increased pigmentation of the iris, periorbital tissue (eyelid), and eyelashes.
• This medication may cause temporary eyesight problems. Do not drive, operate machinery, or engage in any other activity that needs clear vision until you are certain you can do so safely.
• Remove your contacts and wait 15 minutes before putting them back in your eyes after using Lumigan (bimatoprost).

FAQs:

How long does Lumigan (Bimatoprost) take to start working?

Lumigan 0.01% eye drops may begin to work within 4 hours of being administered. Lumigan 0.01% eye drops can last up to 24 hours if used correctly.

Is it true that Lumigan (Bimatoprost) causes eyelashes to grow?

Lumigan (Bimatoprost) can help you grow more eyelashes or lengthen and thicken the ones you already have. When you stop using Lumigan, the eyelash effects normally go away (bimatoprost).

When should I stop taking Lumigan (Bimatoprost)?

High ocular pressure and glaucoma are both illnesses that can require long-term therapy. You'll probably need to take Lumigan (bimatoprost) for many years, or your entire life.

What is the difference between bimatoprost and Lumigan eye drops?

Lumigan (Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) is a synthetic prostamide analog with an ocular hypotensive activity that works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain normal pressure. It is used to treat glaucoma and other conditions that produce excessive pressure inside the eye.