What are Bimatoprost Eye Drops?
Bimatoprost Eye Drops are a drop used to reduce pressure in the eyes of adults with glaucoma and high pressure in the eye. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness. It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood.
bimatoprost drops are suitable for adults and children and can be used by themselves or in combination with another eye drop to reduce pressure. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use this drop regularly to get the most benefit.
If you stop using it, pressure in the eye could increase and damage your sight. Before using a bottle for the first time, make sure the seal is intact. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.
The most common side effects of this drop include conjunctival hyperemia and eye itching. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor.
They may be able to tell you ways of reducing or preventing some side effects or suggest another treatment. In case of blurry vision or other visual changes, do not drive. This is usually a short-term side effect.
Bimatoprost Uses
Bimatoprost is used in the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
Benefits of Bimatoprost Eye Drops
- In Ocular hypertension
- bimatoprost eyelash Eye Drops belong to a group of drops called prostaglandin analogue. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. You will not be able to control the pressure in your eye if you stop taking it.
- In Glaucoma
- bimatoprost generic Eye Drops help reduce pressure in your eyes (ocular hypertension) that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. You will not be able to control the pressure in your eye if you stop taking it. This could lead to a loss of sight.
How to use Bimatoprost Eye Drops
How Bimatoprost Eye Drops Work
How Bimatoprost works
bimatoprost ophthalmic solution is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of Bimatoprost
Conjunctival hyperemia
Expert advice for bimatoprost
- bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03 helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s).
- Bimatoprost may cause brown pigmentation of the iris. This discoloration may be permanent.
- Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Bimatoprost.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
Frequently asked questions for bimatoprost
Q. Does Bimatoprost work on eyebrows?
A. No, bimatoprost 0.03 is not made for the growth of eyebrows. It treats hypotrichosis (not enough hair on the eyelashes). It promotes the growth of longer, thicker, and darker eyelashes.
Q. How do you apply Bimatoprost for eyelash growth?
A. bimatoprost is recommended to be used once every night. Apply it to the upper eyelid at the base of the eyelashes. Cleanse the face and remove any makeup. It should not be applied to the lower eyelid. Use tissue paper to blot away any excess solution or other absorbent material outside the upper eyelid margin.
Q. What happens if I stop using Bimatoprost?
A. If you stop using bimatoprost, the eyelashes may return to their previous appearance after several weeks or months. In case you have developed any eyelid skin darkening, it may reverse after several weeks or months. However, any change in the color of the iris is permanent and will not reverse.
Q. How long does Bimatoprost take for eyelash growth?
A. It may take about 4 weeks to see an improvement, whereas the full effect may appear after about 16 weeks. However, if you do not use it regularly, then it may take a little longer.
