Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic

Generic name: Bimatoprost Topical Ophthalmic
Brand names: Latisse
Dosage form: topical solution (0.03%)
Drug class: Miscellaneous topical agents

Usage of Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic

Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic is a manmade form of a naturally occurring substance called a prostaglandin.

Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic is used to treat hypotrichosis (abnormal growth of the eyelashes). Bimatoprost helps increase the growth, length, thickness, and darkness of eyelashes.

Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic side effects

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

bimatoprost topical ophthalmic may cause serious side effects. Stop using bimatoprost topical ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have:

severe burning or itching of your eyes;

eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection);

vision problems, eye pain, seeing halos around lights;

increased sensitivity to light; or

feeling like something is in your eye.

Common side effects of bimatoprost topical ophthalmic may include:

eye redness or itching; or

darkening of the skin around your eyes.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Before taking Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic

You should not use bimatoprost topical ophthalmic if you are allergic to bimatoprost.

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

glaucoma or increased pressure inside your eyes;

any swelling or infection in or around your eye;

eye surgery or injury affecting the lens of your eye;

retinal detachment; or

if the sack around the lens of your eye (posterior lens capsule) is missing or torn.

Bimatoprost may cause a gradual change in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, usually an increase in brown pigment. This change occur slowly, may occur in only one eye, and may be permanent even after your treatment ends. This could result in a cosmetic difference in eye or eyelash color from one eye to the other.

Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Do not give this medicine to a child without medical advice.

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How to use Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic

Usual Adult Dose for Hypotrichosis of the Eyelashes:

Apply 1 drop to the upper eyelid margin of each eye once a day at nightApplication:-Apply topically to clean, makeup-free skin using the supplied sterile applicators with 1 applicator for each eye.-Place 1 drop of this drug on an applicator; apply evenly along the skin of the upper eyelid at base of lashes.-Following administration, upper lid margin should feel lightly moist; if there is runoff, blot with a tissue or absorbent cloth.-Repeat for the opposite eyelid margin using a new sterile applicator.Comments:-Additional drops or applications will not increase eyelash growth.-Eyelash growth is expected to return to pretreatment levels upon drug discontinuation.Use: Treatment of hypotrichosis of the eyelashes by increasing growth (e.g., length, thickness, and darkness)

Warnings

Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.

What other drugs will affect Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic

Tell your doctor about all your other medicines, especially glaucoma medication.

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact with each other. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all medicines you use, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal products.

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