Bimatoprost under the brand name Careprost is widely used in the USA, Canada, and Europe to control the advancement of glaucoma which is an eye disease that harms the optic nerve and impairs vision (sometimes building up to blindness). Manufactured by Allergan, Inc., Careprost is a prostaglandin analog used topically in the form of eye drops. It is also indicated to manage ocular hypertension in patients. The mechanism of action for Careprost (Bimatoprost) lies in the increase of the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes to reduce intraocular pressure (IOP).

Lately, Bimatoprost under a different brand name Latisse is being used to lengthen eyelashes. However, it was initially prescribed off-label for growing eyelashes. This cosmetic formulation of Bimatoprost got the approval from the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in December 2008. Moreover, minimum of three recent case series on Bimatoprost have explored the capability of this medication in reducing adipose (fat) tissue.

Careprost which is a 0.03% solution of Bimatoprost comprises benzalkonium chloride as a preservative. For effective treatment, you should always comply with the guidelines of your doctor regarding its dosage and administration. Also make sure that you infuse the drops the right way. There are 4 steps that you can follow to instill the drops in a correct manner and also to avoid the drug from latching onto your eyelids or fingers.

The best way to ward off glaucoma damage is to reduce your rising IOP level and you can accomplish this objective by resorting to Careprost (Bimatoprost) opthalmic solution, manufactured by Allergan. It helps to conserve your vision by lowering IOP. But, bear one thing in mind that Careprost can prove to be effective only when it is used regularly everyday. All you need to do is using this medication once a day and following the directions of your eye doctor honestly. By doing so, you can maintain your vision for the rest of your life.

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.

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.