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INTRODUCTION
CAREPROST contains Bimatoprost which belongs to the group of medicines called Anti-glaucoma preparations. It is used to treat glaucoma. Glaucoma is group of eye condition 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. Prior to the treatment, your doctor would take certain eye tests to understand your existing condition.
Before using CAREPROST, inform your doctor if you had undergone any surgery in your eyes (such as cataract) 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).
During treatment with CAREPROST, you may experience certain changes in your eye such as sunken eyes, eyelid drooping, skin tightening around the eyes, sudden growth in eyelashes or darkness around the eyes or in the iris. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once therapy is stopped.
Consult your doctor before using CAREPROST if you are pregnant or breastfeeding as a precaution. CAREPROST is usually not prescribed in children and adolescents (below 18 years).
USES OF CAREPROST
- Treats glaucoma (increased pressure in the eye)
HOW CAREPROST WORKS
CAREPROST effectively reduces pressure within the eyes, where 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 CAREPROST as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands before use. Instil few drops of CAREPROST 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 surface to avoid contamination. Apply applying CAREPROST, 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 CAREPROST and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Do not stop using CAREPROST without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again.
SIDE EFFECTS OF CAREPROST
COMMON
- eye redness
- 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
- 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 eye 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
PREGNANCY
Before using CAREPROST, inform your doctor if you are pregnant or think you may be pregnant or are planning to become pregnant.
BREASTFEEDING
CAREPROST is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women as it may pass through the breast milk. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
DRIVING AND USING MACHINES
Do not drive or operate any heavy tools or machines if you experience blurred vision or any other visual disturbances after using CAREPROST.
KIDNEY
CAREPROST should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
LIVER
CAREPROST should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
ALLERGY
Do not use CAREPROST if you are allergic to Bimatoprost.
LUNGS
CAREPROST should be used with caution in patients with breathing problems. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
HEART DISEASE
CAREPROST 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 CAREPROST, inform your doctor if you:
- had a 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
Use in pediatrics:
CAREPROST is not recommended for use in children and adolescents (below 18 years) due to lack of safety data. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
Use in geriatrics:
CAREPROST should be used with caution in elderly patients. Therefore, consult your doctor before using it.
INTERACTIONS
A. Drug-Drug Interaction:
Before using CAREPROST, inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking including prescription, non-prescription or any herbal medicines.
Overdosage:
If you or anyone else accidentally used more CAREPROST, rinse it off with water. If irritation persists, consult your doctor for advice.
SYNOPSIS
| Drug | : | Bimatoprost |
| Pharmacological Category | : | Prostaglandin analogue |
| Therapeutic Indication | : | Glaucoma |
| Dosage Forms | : | Eye drops, Solution, Ophthalmic suspension |
MORE INFORMATION
- Keep CAREPROST away from children
- Store CAREPROST below 25°C
FAQs ABOUT CAREPROST
What is the use of CAREPROST?
CAREPROST 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.
Can the use of CAREPROST cause dry eyes?
Yes. Dryness of eyes is one of the common side effects of using CAREPROST. If you experience dry eye, wash your eye 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.
Can CAREPROST cause any permanent changes to the body?
CAREPROST cause your eyelashes to darken and grow. The skin around the eyelid, and the colour of your iris may also go darker. These changes may be permanent, and more noticeable if you are treating only one eye with CAREPROST.
Can I stop using CAREPROST without consulting my doctor?
Do not stop using CAREPROST without consulting your doctor, as the pressure within the eye may raise once again. If you think that you are feeling better or if you wish to stop using CAREPROST, contact your doctor for advice. Your doctor will check your condition and gradually withdraw the use of CAREPROST.
What if I miss a dose of CAREPROST?
If you missed a dose of CAREPROST, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is time for next dose, skip the missed dose and use the regular dose. Do not use a double dose of CAREPROST to compensate the missed dose.
How to use CAREPROST?
Use CAREPROST as advised by your physician. It is for ophthalmic use only. Instil few drops of CAREPROST into the affected eye(s). Close your eyes and press the corner of your eye with your finger for a minute. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying CAREPROST and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
Can I use other eye medicines while using CAREPROST?
Yes. You can use other eye medicines while undergoing therapy with CAREPROST. But make sure to leave a time gap of at least 5 minutes before applying other eye drops or ointment.
Can I use CAREPROST while wearing contact lenses?
If you wear soft contact lenses, remove the lens before applying CAREPROST and wait for at least 15 minutes before reinsertion.
Can CAREPROST improve hair growth in the body?
Besides used in the treatment of glaucoma, CAREPROST can improve the growth of eye lashes (hypotrichosis) due to increase in blood supply to areas around the eyes or eyelids. However, consult your doctor before taking.
Can CAREPROST be bought over the counter?
CAREPROST is a prescription medicine. You must consult your doctor before using CAREPROST to be on the safer side.
Is CAREPROST a beta-blocker?
No. CAREPROST is a prostaglandin analog used to treat glaucoma. It works by increasing the drainage of the accumulated fluids (aqueous humour) from the eye which reduces strain on the eyes and therefore reduces the elevated intraocular pressure.
What are the side effects of CAREPROST?
During treatment with CAREPROST, you may experience certain changes in your eye such as sunken eyes, eyelid drooping, skin tightening around the eyes, sudden growth in eyelashes or darkness around the eyes or in the iris. These side effects are usually temporary and disappears once therapy is stopped.
How does CAREPROST work?
CAREPROST effectively reduces pressure within the eyes, where 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.
REFERENCES
1. Jimmy D. Bartlett, Richard G. Fiscella, Siret D. Jaanus, and Howard Barnebey Ocular Hypotensive Drugs. Clinical Ocular Pharmacology. Fifth Edition. 2008. Page – 144.
2. Hong-wei Liu, MM, Yu-tong Lu, MM, Yong-bo Ren, MM, and Yan Meng, MB. Efficacy of bimatoprost for the treatment of primary open-angle glaucoma. A protocol of systematic review and meta-analysis. NIH. National Library of Medicine. National Center for Biotechnology Information. PMC. PubMed Central. June 2020. [Accessed on 16th June 2022] https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7306379/
3. Allergan Pharmaceuticals Ireland. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in February 2022] [Accessed 25th April 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.2947.pdf
4. S.C. Rompharm Company S.R.L. Electronic Medicines Compendium (EMC). [Revised in December 2021] [Accessed 25th April 2022] https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.11266.pdf
USEFUL DIAGNOSTIC TESTS
- Tonometry
- Ophthalmoscopy
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