Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml contains an ophthalmic medication called bimatoprost is used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye in patients suffering from open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally. Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml is used alone or in combination with other drugs for treating increased eye pressure.

Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating high pressure in the eye. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) and reducing eye pressure.

Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Before using it, wash your hands thoroughly to avoid any infection. If you wear contact lenses, remove them before using Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml. This medicine may cause certain side effects, such as eye itching and conjunctival hyperemia (inflammation in the eye) in some cases. Most of these side effects of Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist, contact your doctor.

Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml should be avoided if allergic to it or sulphonamides. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. You should not stop taking Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml suddenly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml if you have/had a severe kidney problem or liver disease. Check with your doctor before starting Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml if you have dry eyes and cornea problems. Also, Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml should not be stopped suddenly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml without consulting your doctor.

Uses of Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml

Treatment of Glaucoma

Medicinal Benefits

Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml contains Bimatoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue. It is primarily used in treating the high pressure of the eye in patients with glaucoma. It works by increasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby reducing eye pressure. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml. Lie down and tilt your head backwards. Pull your lower eyelid gently with your index finger to form a pocket. Instil the number of drops as advised by the doctor into the pocket of the lower eyelid. Close your eyes for 1-2 minutes. Replace the outer cap after use. Do not touch the container’s tip to the eye, eyelids or surrounding areas as it may contaminate Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Careprost Eye Drops 3 ml

Eye itching

Conjunctival hyperemia (inflammation in the eye)

Dry eyes

Burning eyes

Eye pain or irritation

Eye tearing

Headaches

Darker skin around your eye.