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What is glaucoma?
Glaucoma is a disease of the major nerve of vision, called the optic nerve. The optic nerve receives light-generated nerve impulses from the retina and transmits these to the brain, where we recognize those electrical signals as vision. Glaucoma is characterized by a particular pattern of progressive damage to the optic nerve that generally begins with a subtle loss of side vision (peripheral vision). If glaucoma is not diagnosed and treated, it can progress to loss of central vision and blindness.
Glaucoma is usually, but not always, associated with elevated pressure in the eye (intraocular pressure). Generally, it is this elevated eye pressure that leads to damage of the eye (optic) nerve. In some cases, glaucoma may occur in the presence of normal eye pressure. This form of glaucoma is believed to be caused by poor regulation of blood flow to the optic nerve.
How common is glaucoma?
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Lumigan Drug Center
Medical Editor: John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP
Lumigan (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) is used to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure. Lumigan is also used to improve fullness, length, and color of the eyelashes in people with a condition called hypotrichosis, a lack of eyelash growth. Common side effects include burning/stinging/irritation/redness of the eye, feeling as if something is in your eye, dry eyes, watering eyes, temporary unstable vision, and increased sensitivity to light. Long-term use (months to years) of Lumigan may cause brown discoloration of the colored portion of the eye (iris).
The recommended dose of Lumigan is one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. There may be other drugs that can interact with Lumigan. Tell your doctor about all prescription and over-the-counter medications you use, including vitamins, minerals, herbal products, and drugs prescribed by other doctors. Lumigan should be used only when prescribed by a doctor during pregnancy. Discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. It is not known whether this drug passes into breast milk. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.
Our Lumigan Drug Center provides a comprehensive view of available drug information as well as related drugs, user reviews, supplements, and diseases and conditions articles.
What is Prescribing information?
The FDA package insert formatted in easy-to-find categories for health professionals and clinicians.
Lumigan Prescribing Information: Indications & Dosage
LUMIGAN® 0.01% and 0.03% (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) is indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
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What is Lumigan Prescribing Information?
Drug Description - Indications & Dosage - Side Effects & Drug Interactions - Warnings & Precautions - Contraindications - Medication Guide and More
What is Patient information?
Easy-to-read and understand detailed drug information and pill images for the patient or caregiver from Cerner Multum.
Lumigan Patient Information: Side Effects
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using bimatoprost ophthalmic and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
- redness, swelling, itching, or pain in or around your eye;
- oozing or discharge from your eye;
- increased sensitivity to light;
- vision changes.
Less serious side effects may include:
- mild eye discomfort;
- dizziness; ...
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What is Lumigan Patient Information?
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What is Consumer information?
A concise overview of the drug for the patient or caregiver from First DataBank.
Lumigan Consumer Information: Uses
Bimatoprost is used to treat high pressure inside the eye due to glaucoma (open-angle type) or other eye diseases (e.g., ocular hypertension). Lowering high pressure inside the eye can help prevent blindness. This medication works by regulating the flow of fluid within the eye to maintain a normal pressure.
HOW TO USE: Apply this medication in the affected eye(s), usually once a day in the evening, or as directed by your doctor. Do not use bimatoprost more often because it will not work as well.
To apply eye drops, wash your hands first. To avoid...
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