PRODUCT DETAILS

Composition

• Active ingredient: Bimatoprost 0.03% ophthalmic solution
• Drug class: Prostagaglandin analogue
• Contains preservative: Benzalkonium chloride

Indication / Use

Used for:

• Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP)
• Treatment of:
• Open-angle glaucoma
• Ocular hypertension

It works by increasing the drainage of fluid from the eye.

Direction of Use

• Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s)
• Usually once daily in the evening/night
• Do not use more than prescribed because effectiveness may decrease
• Wait at least 5–10 minutes before using another eye medication
• Remove contact lenses before use and reinsert after 15 minutes

Side Effects

Common side effects:

• Eye redness (conjunctival hyperaemia)
• Eye itching
• Burning or stinging
• Dry eyes
• Blurred vision
• Eyelash growth/thickening
• Darkening of eyelid skin

Serious side effects:

• Macular oedema
• Eye inflammation (uveitis)
• Eye infection
• Permanent iris colour change
• Vision changes

Warnings

• May cause:
• Permanent brown discoloration of the iris
• Eyelid pigmentation
• Increased eyelash length and thickness
• Use cautiously in patients with:
• History of eye inflammation
• Macular oedema
• Eye surgery
• Avoid contamination of the bottle tip to prevent infection

Interactions

May interact with:

• Other prostaglandin analogue eye drops (e.g., latanoprost, travoprost)
• NSAID eye drops
• Multiple ophthalmic medications if not spaced properly

Caution

• Temporary blurred vision may occur after application
• Avoid driving until vision clears
• Use carefully during pregnancy and breastfeeding
• Long-term use may cause cosmetic changes around the eyes
• Keep bottle tightly closed and avoid touching the dropper tip
• Contact lenses should not be worn during instillation