Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop (Bimatoprost)

What is Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop?

Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop contains Bimatoprost which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-glaucoma preparations. It is used to treat glaucoma.

Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damages the optic nerve (nerves which are responsible for proper vision). It is characterized by increased pressure within the eyes.

It is caused due to impaired secretion or drainage of fluids (aqueous humour) within the eyes.

Bimatoprost improves the drainage of the accumulated fluids (aqueous humour) from the eye. As a result, it helps in reducing the elevated pressure within the eye.

Before the treatment, your doctor would take certain eye tests to understand your existing condition.

Before using Bimatoprost, inform your doctor if you have undergone any surgery in your eyes (such as cataracts) as a precaution.

You must also inform your doctor if you have infections in your eye or any underlying heart conditions (such as low blood pressure or low heart rate).

Consult your doctor before using bimatoprost ophthalmic solution if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as a precaution. Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop is usually not prescribed in children and adolescents (below 18 years).

Uses of Bimatoprost

Lowering pressure in the eye in people with ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye) or open-angle glaucoma

Treats glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)

How Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop works

Lumigan 3ml Eye effectively reduces pressure within the eyes, where Buy bimatoprost acts by increasing the drainage of the fluids (aqueous humour) accumulated within the eye.

This reduces strain on the eyes and therefore reduces the elevated intraocular pressure.

Directions for use

Use Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before use.

Instil a few drops of Lumigan Eye Drop into the affected eye.

Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute.

Do not touch the tip of the dropper with your eye or other body surfaces to avoid contamination. Apply Bimatoprost dosage, and leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment.

If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying Lumigan  Eye Drop and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.

Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending on your age, body weight and disease condition.

Do not stop using Bimatoprost eye drop without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may rise once again.

Side effects of Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop

Bimatoprost common side effect

Changes in and around the eyes (such as deepening of your eyelid crease, sunken eye, drooping eyelids, tightening of the skin around your eye, and the lower white part of your eye become more visible)

• Small breaks in the eye surface, with or without inflammation
• Eye irritation, itching or pain
• A feeling that something got in your eye
• Longer eyelashes
• Darker skin colour around the eye
• Dry eye

Uncommon

• Tired eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• The darker colour of the iris
• Crusting on the eyelid edge
• Itching and swelling of eyelids
• Increased tear production
• Blurry vision
• Loss of eyelashes

How to manage side effects

Dry Eye:

Wash your eyes with water more frequently. Drink plenty of fluids such as water or juices. If you experience severe eye dryness, consult your doctor for advice. Your doctor may prescribe an eye lubricant.

Eye irritation or itching:

Wash your eyes with plain cold water. Place an ice pack on your eye to ease the irritation. Avoid straining your eyes by looking at mobile phones, laptops, or television. Wear protective eyeglasses while going outdoors.

Warning & Precautions

Before using Bimatoprost, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant.

Bimatoprost is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience blurred vision or any other visual disturbances after using Bimatoprost.

Bimatoprost should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Do not use Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop if you are allergic to Bimatoprost.

Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop should be used with caution in patients with breathing problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop should be used with caution in patients with heart problems (such as low blood pressure or low heart rate). Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.

Others

• Before using Bimatoprost, inform your doctor if you:
• Had cataract surgery in the past
• Have dry eye
• Have or had any problems with your cornea (front transparent part of the eye)
• Wear contact lenses
• Had a viral infection or any other type of inflammation of the eye

Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

Before using Lumigan Eye Drop inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicines.

Over dosage:

If you or anyone else accidentally used more Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop, rinse it off with water. If irritation persists, consult your doctor for advice.

FAQs

Q. What is the use of Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop?

A. Lumigan Eye Drop is used to treat glaucoma (increased pressure within the eye). It improves the drainage of the accumulated fluids (aqueous humour) from the eye. As a result, it reduces the elevated pressure within the eye.

Q. Can the use of Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop cause dry eyes?

A. Yes. The dryness of the eyes is one of the common side effects of using Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop. If you experience dry eye, wash your eye with water more frequently. 

Q. Can Lumigan 3ml Eye cause any permanent changes to the body?

A. Lumigan 3ml Eye causes your eyelashes to darken and grow. The skin around the eyelid and the colour of your iris may also go darker. 

Q. Can I stop using Lumigan 3ml Eye Drop without consulting my doctor?

A. Do not stop using Lumigan 3ml Eye without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may rise once again. If you think that you are feeling better or if you wish to stop using Lumigan 3ml Eye, contact your doctor for advice.