What is Careprost?

Careprost (Bimatoprost) opthalmic solution is an effective medicated eye drop to check the development of glaucoma and properly manage ocular hypertension due to elevated intraocular pressure (IOP). Manufactured by Allergan, this topical prostaglandin analog offers the only treatment option to keep glaucoma under check. Just lower your IOP using Careprost and follow your healthcare provider’s instructions.

Can I cure my glaucoma using Careprost?

Glaucoma can not be completely cured. You can only control or manage this eye ailment in order to prevent loss of vision. The best way to perform this is to reduce your IOP level using the effectiveness of Careprost (Bimatoprost). It is quite essential to diagnose glaucoma at an early stage, because approximately 40 percent of your optic nerve may be impaired before you observe any significant disparity in your eyesight. You need to treat glaucoma with Careprost on a continuous basis to derive any meaningful benefits.

Why should I use Careprost therapy?

The most widespread method to lower increased IOP is medicated opthalmic solutions or eye drops. Careprost (Bimatoprost) 0.03% eye drop is the best in the business for this purpose. Approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), this medication has a proven track record of reducing IOP in both freshly diagnosed and already treated patients having open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

How should I use Careprost?

Careprost (Bimatoprost) eye drops are put into the eyes once a day. If you are wearing contact lenses, take them out in the first place as Careprost may comprise a preservative that can be soaked up by soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using the eye drop before getting your lenses back in their previous place. Apply Careprost in exact doses as directed by your eye doctor. Never attempt to increase the dosage or duration of the treatment without consulting your doctor. Go through the instructions mentioned on your prescription label carefully. Wash your hands before using the eye drop. Do not let the bottle to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands while squeezing a drop into your eyes.

What happens if I forget a dose of Careprost?

You can take the forgotten dose of Careprost (Bimatoprost) as soon as you get to know about it. If it is too late or clashes with the time for the next dose, it would be better to skip the missed dose completely and start afresh by going back to your regular dosing schedule. It would be an unwise thing to take two doses at the same time.

What are some of the side effects of Careprost?

Most side effects of Careprost are generally well-tolerated and fade away with time. The common side effects may include growth of eyelashes, impermanent eye redness (hyperemia), or inflamed eyes. Eye redness usually happens immediately after the drug administration and remains for a few weeks. Your eyes won’t typically itch or hurt. Some serious side effects that rarely occur may include swelling, itching, or pain in or around your eye, seepage or discharge from your eye, heightened sensitiveness to light, or vision alterations. In such cases, stop using the medication and seek emergency medical help.