Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution is a topical drug designed by Alergan, Inc. under the brand name Lumigan. It is a solution in the form of eye drop and is used to control the evolution of glaucoma and manage intraocular pressure that will cause blindness if not given attention immediately.
Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution works by altering the flow or the circulation of aqueous humor in the eyeball. To other individuals, the eye channels were block that causes the humor to clog at the certain part of the eye channel, this is called glaucoma. This occurrence would lead to increase the pressure in intraocular which will definitely lead to serious damage of eye nerves that might cause blindness. Controlling the glaucoma through the use of Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution can help impede the loss of vision.
Aside from its novel treatment of glaucoma, Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution is also used after other medicines or eye drops’ residue of annoying and worrisome side effects. Also, it has been found out that Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution can treat hypotrichosis, an imbalance growth of eyelashes and actually even hair loss as some users claimed.
Eyes are considered as open wounds, so treating eye disorders with Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution should me accompanied with utmost care and safety means. For a hygienic and proper use of this solution, a user must consider the following do’s and dont’s in applying Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution. First, use the solution exactly as prescribed by medical expert. Second, clean hand is a must in applying and never to touch the tip of the eye dropper or place it anywhere to avoid contagion that could infect the eyes. Third, squeeze the prescribed number of drops to medicate the infected eye, make sure that the dropper is far enough from the eye, blinking and rubbing medicated eye is a big no, it might irritate the eye and liquid may spill through a tear duct and would get less amount of solution for treatment. Yet, if advised for a higher dose or numerous drops by doctors, have five minutes interval or in between drops, likewise with solutions other than Bimatoprost. Forth, be aware of the color and of the solution, if noticed that the color has changed, stop the usage, and if particles are found in the solution as well. If eye infections occur through the course of Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution medication, consult medical experts before administering higher dose or discontinuation of medication.
Also, if the following side effects take place like; vision changes (blurriness), increased of eye’s sensitivity to light, eye redness, pain or swelling in or around the eye, itchiness, and oozing or discharges from the eye, it is strictly advised to see a doctor immediately, likewise these serious side effects come up while under medication; dry or watery eyes, eye discomfort, discoloring of the eye and dizziness.
Like any other solutions, improper dose of the bimatoprost might react differently to what is the solution’s purpose. And any over dosage or over use of Bimatoprost ophthalmic solution requires an immediate medical attention before it leads to severe eye damage.