What is Careprost Plus Eye Drop 3 ml?
Careprost plus eye drops is a combination of two medications that treat pressure in your eyes and glaucoma.
It contains Bimatoprost and Timolol, which belong to a class of drugs called Prostaglandin analogs and beta-blockers, respectively.
This eye drop reduces swelling and pressure inside your eye. It prevents complications of glaucoma, like blindness.
It increases the flow of fluid from inside your eye into the bloodstream, lowering increased eye pressure.
This medication prevents further damage like changes in vision or even loss of vision.
What are the uses of Careprost plus eye drops?
Doctors prescribe Careprost plus eye drops for:
Treatment of Glaucoma
Glaucoma is an eye disorder that causes loss of vision and blindness by damaging the optic nerve in the back of the eye.
Treatment of pressure in your eye or Ocular hypertension
Ocular hypertension is an increased pressure within your eye without damage to the optic nerve and vision loss.
How does Careprost plus eye drop work?
Careprost plus eye drops work together by decreasing the production of liquid and increasing the amount of liquid that is drained. This further decreases pressure inside your eye.
How to use Careprost plus eye drops?
This medication is for external use only. Make sure to use it in dose and duration as your doctor directs.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of this medicine based on your age, body weight, and disease condition.
Hold the dropper close to your eye without touching it. Now squeeze the dropper and place the medication inside your lower eyelid.
Wash your hands properly before and after using this medicine. Even if you feel better, do not skip any doses and complete your treatment.
This medication is not prescribed for children under 18 years of age.
After administration of the dose, the effect of this medication can be observed within 20 to 30 minutes.
What if I miss using Careprost plus eye drops?
If you miss a dose of Careprost plus eye drops, skip it and continue with the regular dosing schedule.
Do not double the dose of this eye drop because it can cause problems.
What if you use Careprost plus eye drops excessively?
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact your doctor if you suffer from an overdose of this eye drop.
What are the side effects of Careprost plus eye drops?
Not following your doctor’s recommendation correctly can cause you to experience side effects from this medicine.
Some common side effects of Careprost plus eye drops include:
- Headache
- Eye redness
- Blurred vision
- Sunken eye
- Sensitivity to light
- Dropping eyelid
Get emergency medical help if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
What are the precautions and warnings related to Careprost plus eye drops?
Do not use Careprost plus eye drops if you are allergic to it, Bimatoprost, Timolol, or have other allergies. This medication might contain some inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions.
Doctors do not recommend this medicine to pregnant and breastfeeding women unless necessary.
It is not suggested for use if you wear soft contact lenses in your eyes. The lens needs to be removed before administration of eye drops.
However, you can reinsert your soft contact lenses after 15 minutes of administration of this medicine.
This medication can cause blurred vision or dizziness in some patients. Avoid driving or using machinery unless these symptoms disappear.
Frequently asked questions about Careprost plus eye drops (FAQs)
Can Careprost plus eye drops cause eye irritation?
Yes, this medication might cause eye irritation in some individuals. Wear sunglasses when you move out of the house.
Is it safe to consume alcohol while using this eye drop?
Consumption of alcohol is not suggested during treatment with Careprost plus eye drops. Consult a doctor for advice.
