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What are the side effects of Lumigan eye drops?
Common side effects of Lumigan include:
- burning/stinging/irritation/ redness/discomfort of the eye,
- feeling as if something is in your eye,
- dry eyes,
- watering eyes,
- temporary unstable vision,
- dizziness.
How much does lumigan lower eye pressure?
Lumigan 0.3 mg/ml on its own was more effective than timolol at reducing eye pressure. This effect was maintained after two or three years of treatment, with an average reduction in eye pressure of between 7.1 and 8.6 mmHg with Lumigan used once a day, compared with 4.6 to 6.4 mmHg with timolol.
When is the best time to use Lumigan eye drops?
How to use Lumigan Drops. 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.
How long does it take for Lumigan to lower eye pressure?
How long does it take Lumigan (bimatoprost) to work? Lumigan (bimatoprost) starts to kick in about 4 hours after each dose. The medication fully kicks in about 8 to 12 hours after your dose. Your eye pressure is best controlled if you use this medication once a day in the evening consistently.
Can latanoprost eye drops cause high blood pressure?
The change to latanoprost treatment was associated with numerical improvement in mean values of spirometric test results. There were no significant differences in changes in mean values of spirometry, pulse rate, or blood pressure.
What is Lumigan eye drops used for?
Medically reviewed by Kaci Durbin, MD Last updated on Apr 30, 2019. Lumigan (bimatoprost) lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye. Lumigan eye drops are used to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.
Can Lumigan be used to treat macular edema?
Also, treatment with LUMIGAN® 0.01% may make existing inflammation worse. Macular edema (swelling of the macula), including cystoid macular edema, has been reported during treatment with bimatoprost ophthalmic solution.
What are the risks of using Lumigan®?
Using contaminated solutions can cause serious damage to the eye and loss of vision. If you have eye surgery, eye trauma or infection, or develop any eye reactions, immediately consult with your physician about continuing the use of LUMIGAN® 0.01%.
Can the tip of the Lumigan eye dropper touch the surface?
Do not allow the tip of the Lumigan eye dropper to touch any surface, including your eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.