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Bimatoprost
Updated on : March - 2012
Latest prescription information about Bimatoprost. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Bimatoprost
Pronunciation : bye-MAT-oh-prost
Therapeutic Classification : Miscellaneous Ophthalmics
ICD Code : Y56.5
Trade Name(s): India- Bitoma, Careprost, Lumigan. International- Lumigan. Why it is prescribed (Indications) : This medication is a prostaglandin analog, prescribed for open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It increases the amount of fluid that drains out the eye. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications): Hypersensitivity.
Dosage & When it is to be taken : Ophthalmic- The recommended dose is one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. How it should be taken : It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes as directed by your physician. Warnings and Precautions : * Caution should be exercised in patients with history of narrow-angle glaucoma, torn or missing lens, infection, liver or kidney disease, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. * It may cause sensitivity to light; do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Eye - Itching, burning, sensitivity to light, redness, swelling, irritation, tearing, headache and dry eyes. * Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Store it at 2° to 25°C |
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