Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (0.03%)

SKU	CMS1176
USA Brand Name	Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution
Strength	300mcg 0.03%
Generic Name	Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution
Manufacturer	Actavis, New Zealand

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

What Is The Generic Name For Actavis Bimatoprost

Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution is the generic version for Actavis Bimatoprost

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

• Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution

About Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg contains an active ingredient, Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, which is used in the treatment of Glaucoma. You may buy it from all the leading online pharmacy Stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores but can be given on doctor’s prescription only.

Dosage Form

• Eye Drops

Manufacturer

Actavis (New Zealand) is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Actavis Bimatoprost Opthalmic solution.

Strength

Actavis Bimatoprost contains Bimatoprost, 300 mcg in the vial which may be available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading online pharmacy stores, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution is used in the treatment of:

Glaucoma

How Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution) Works

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg is consisting of Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution (Prostaglandins) which basically decreases the pressure in the eyeball by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor (clear watery fluid filling the space in front of an eyeball)

Before You Use Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution
• You are not using contact lenses
• Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

What Should You Avoid While Taking Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

• Avoid using Contact Lenses 15 min prior or after its use
• Avoid Driving or any other important activity as it may cause blurred vision for sometime
• Avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions
• Avoid the use of another eye drop within 10-15 min of its use

When Not To Use Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

You should avoid Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it
• Have redness, swelling or inflammation in eyes
• Have gone through any Eye Surgery

Tell Your Doctor If You

• Are Allergic to Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution
• Have Herpes Infection
• Are taking other medicines for eye only
• Have redness, swelling, itching or other severe inflammation in the eye.
• Have macular edema
• Have gone through any Eye Surgery
• Are having infection like bacterial keratitis which is getting worse even after using the Eye Drops

Dosage

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg contains an active ingredient, Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution, which is used in the treatment of Glaucoma. You should always consult your doctor for the frequency and dose as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Patients are advised to take Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg at a fixed time, preferably in the evening time or prescribed by your doctor. It is not recommended for Children.

How Much Of The Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution) to Be Used

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution. It is better to take one drop each eye at once in a day.

Do not use the eye drops more frequently or more than once a day because more frequent administration of prostaglandins may decrease the intraocular pressure lowering effect.

How To Take The Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg should be taken at a fixed time once or twice a day as directed by your doctor. Take it by holding the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Then, gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra Liquid with a Clean/ Tissue.

Always apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop so that the medicine does not drain away from the eye.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

You are always advised to use the eye drops as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a large amount or for a longer time than recommended.

Overdose

Rinse your eyes thoroughly in case of any irritation or severe symptom of inflammation and contact your doctor immediately if you are suspecting an Overdose.

Missed Dose

A missed dose of the Eye Drops should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose you missed if it is the time for the next dose. Do not take multiple doses next time to make up the missed dose.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution)

• Stinging in Eyes
• Itching/Irritation
• Blurred Vision
• Eye pain
• Dry or watery eyes
• Dizziness
• Foreign body sensation in eyes
• Increased production of tears
• Increased sensitivity towards light
• Eye redness, swelling, or pain around the eyes
• Conjunctival hyperemia
• Eyelash changes (thickness, number, and length) which may disappear after discontinuing the drops
• Increased iris pigmentation which may be permanent

What Are The Common Drug Interactions

Few medicines may interact with Actavis Bimatoprost which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements so that a well planned medication can be followed. Tell your doctor about the eye drops you are using other than Actavis Bimatoprost.

Warning And Precaution

Actavis Bimatoprost 300 Mcg should be used very cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity/Allergy
• Pigmentation
• Intraocular Inflammation
• Eyelash Changes
• Macular Edema
• Bacterial Keratitis
• Eye Surgeries

Consult your doctor to get best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

Things To Remember

• Do not touch tip of the Eye Drop while using it and use it within a month once opened
• You should not take part in activities that require proper and clear vision until you are sure you can perform such activities safely as your vision may be temporarily blurred or unstable after administering the eye drops
• Keep 5-10 min interval between two eye drops if you are using multiple eye drops at the same time
• Clean your hands and eyes before using the Eye Drops. Try to keep container contamination free.
• Keep out of reach of children
• Consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

Indications

Use Bimatoprost for as long as your doctor has suggested using it. Do not touch its tip to eyelid or to your hand to avoid contamination.

Storage

Store it at room temperature in clean and dry place. Do not freeze it.