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About Bitoma Eye Drop

BIMATOPROST contains an ophthalmic medication called bimatoprost is used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye. It may lead to an illness called glaucoma. BIMATOPROST is used alone or in combination with other drugs. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally.

BIMATOPROST contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating high pressure of the eye. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure. As the increased pressure can lead to a disease called glaucoma. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. BIMATOPROST should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Uses of Bitoma Eye Drop

Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension (increased eye pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Bitoma Eye Drop

BIMATOPROST contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating high pressure of the eye. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure. As the increased pressure can lead to a disease called glaucoma. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. BIMATOPROST should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

BIMATOPROST ophthalmic comes as a solution (liquid) for instilling in the eye. It is normally instilled in the affected eye(s) once a day at night. Try taking the drug at about the same time every day. Follow the instructions on your medication label closely and ask your doctor to clarify any part you don't understand. Using BIMATOPROST as directed. Do not take it more or less, or use it more frequently than recommended by your doctor.

Side Effects of Bitoma Eye Drop

Like all medicines, BIMATOPROST can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may experience eye itching, conjunctival hyperemia (inflammation in the eye), dry eyes, burning eyes, eye pain or irritation, eye tearing, and headaches in some cases. Most of these side effects of BIMATOPROST are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. BIMATOPROST eye drops may cause other side effects. Call your doctor if you have any unusual problems while using BIMATOPROST.

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In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take BIMATOPROST if you are allergic or hypersensitive to BIMATOPROST, other antibiotics, sulfa drugs. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, products that contain aspirin, and vitamins. If you have a kidney problem, uveitis, macular oedema, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting BIMATOPROST, dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior. If you wear contact lenses or wearing them, remove it before using BIMATOPROST, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using BIMATOPROST. Wash your hands properly before using BIMATOPROST to avoid any infection.

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may have an interaction with other prostaglandins ophthalmic medications like latanoprost, tafluprost, travopost, and unoprostone.