Travatan 40 micrograms drops 2.5 ml

AdviceQ1. What is the use of this medicine?This medicine is used to reduce elevated eye pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma (an eye condition that can cause damage to the optic nerve).Q2. How should it be stored?Store this medicine at controlled room temperature depending on the medicine type and manufacturer. Keep the medicine away from excessive light, moisture, and children.Q3. How to use it?It is used in the form of eye-drops, to apply, wash the hands and do not touch the tip.Q4. What are its side effects?The side-effects are mild hyperemia (blood inside the eye), pain, inflammation, irritation, dry eyes, iris discoloration, light sensitivity, inflamed cornea, headache, and darkening of the skin around the eye.Q5. What are its precautions?The patient should be informed of any possible changes in the eye color, monitor closely in patients with dry eyes, and compromised cornea. Should be cautiously used in patients with eye diseases and inflammatory conditions. Contraception must be used. Remove contact lenses before using this medicine and wait for 15 minutes after.Q6. Is it safe to use during pregnancy?This medicine should only be used during pregnancy if no safer alternative is available. Consult your healthcare provider before use of this medicine.Q7. Is it safe to use during lactation?This medicine is contraindicated in lactating mothers.