Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution

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MRP: ₹ 756.91
Packing: 3.0 ml in 1 packet
Salt Combination: Bimatoprost (0.01% w/v)
Brand: Allergan India Pvt Ltd
Uses: Ocular hypertension,Glaucoma

Description

Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes in adults with glaucoma and high pressure in the eye
If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness
It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood
Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution is suitable for adults and children and can be used by itself or in combination with other eye medicines to reduce pressure
Follow the instructions given by your doctor and Use this Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution regularly to get the most benefit
If you stop using it, pressure in the eye could increase and damage your sight
Never use a bottle if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time
Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.
The most common side effects of this medicine include conjunctival hyperemia and eye itching
If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor
They may be able to tell you ways of reducing or preventing some side effects or suggest another treatment
If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive until your vision is clear
This is usually a short term side effect.

Cautions

Liver:	No interaction found/established
Kidney:	No interaction found/established
Driving:	UNSAFE: Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Breast feeding:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.^To reduce the amount of Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.
Pregnency:	SAFE IF PRESCRIBED: Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Alcohol:	No interaction found/established
Drug Action:	PG F2 Alpha analogue
Therapeutic class:	OPHTHAL
Habit Forming:	No
Chemical Class:	Prostaglandin analogue

Uses

Uses of Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution

In Ocular hypertension Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution belongs to a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogue
It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes
It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure
If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight
Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor
If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled
In Glaucoma Lumigan 0.01% Ophthalmic Solution helps reduce pressure in your eyes (ocular hypertension) that can lead to an illness called glaucoma
It may be used alone or with other eye drops
Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective
You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor
If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled
This could lead to a loss of sight.