Careprost Plus Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops

Careprost Plus Eye Drop is used to reduce the pressure in the eye (ocular hypertension) in adults. Careprost Plus Eye Drop contain bimatoprost and timolol as their active ingredient. This medicine acts by reducing the pressure within the eye.

If the eye condition is left untreated, it can lead to serious damage to the eyeball. Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like lung or heart diseases. Careprost Plus Eye Drop should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Avoid contaminating the tip of the bottle, use within 4 weeks of opening the drops. Avoid using contact lenses while on this medicine. You may experience eye irritation, itching, pain, redness and blurred vision.

If these side effects persist and do not resolve, inform your doctor or visit the nearest clinic.

Dosage

Overdose

• As Careprost Plus Eye Drop are meant for external application cases of overdose is unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
• If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.

Missed a Dose

If you have missed applying Careprost Plus Eye Drop, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over apply this medicine just to compensate for the missed dose.

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

• Careprost Plus Eye Drop contain timolol and bimatoprost. They work by decreasing the raised intraocular (inside the eye).
• Bimatoprost increases the outflow of aqueous fluid within the eye, thus reducing the pressure within the eye.
• Timolol acts by decreasing the aqueous humour (transparent water-like fluid) production within the eye thereby lowering the fluid pressure built up within your eye.

Directions for Use

• Use this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
• Follow directions carefully and do not miss doses.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
• Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
• Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper and it must be kept clean.
• Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.
• Use the exact number of drops recommended.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Careprost Plus Eye Drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information available about the side effects of Careprost Plus Eye Drop during pregnancy. Thus, it is recommended to avoid the use of this medicine during pregnancy. Always consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or become pregnant during treatment.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Careprost Plus Eye Drop while breastfeeding?

There is limited information regarding the safety of these Eye Drops in lactating mothers. It is advisable to consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding your baby.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Careprost Plus Eye Drop?

Careprost Plus Eye Drop do not impair driving ability. After instilling an Eye Drop, you may experience partial blurring of vision, so it is advised to wait for some time after using this Eye Drop before driving a vehicle or using a machine.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Careprost Plus Eye Drop?

Alcohol along with Careprost Plus Eye Drop may increase the side effect of this medicine. Thus, it is advised to limit the use of alcohol.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You have any heart disease or condition such as decreased heart rate and blood pressure.
• You have lung conditions such as difficulty in breathing or asthma.
• You have a blood circulation disorder.
• You have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), low blood sugar, liver or kidney disease.
• You experience any allergic reaction or side effect after using Eye Drops.
• You had eye surgery recently.
• Avoid the use of contact lenses.
• Careprost Plus Eye Drop should not be used in children below 18 years of age.

Contraindications

• If you are allergic to bimatoprost, timolol or any of the component Careprost Plus Eye Drop.
• If you have a lung condition such as asthma, chronic lung disease (which may cause difficulty in breathing or chronic cough).
• If you have heart disease such as heart blockage, heart failure, decreased heart rate.

Side effects

• Redness
• Burning
• Itching
• Eye irritation
• Dry eyes
• Eye pain
• Growth of eyelashes
• Eye swelling
• Altered vision
• Runny nose
• Headache

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Careprost Plus Eye Drop works, or Careprost Plus Eye Drop can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder.

Storage and disposal

• Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
• Protect it from freezing.
• Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
• Discard the solution if it changes colour, turns cloudy, or if contains particles.
• Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

My parents also have similar complaints, can I use Careprost Plus Eye Drop for them?

No, it is not advisable to share this Eye Drop with other family members or anyone, without prior consultation with your doctor.

For how long should I use Careprost Plus Eye Drop?

Always consult your doctor for the proper dose and duration of this medicine. Do not stop this medicine suddenly unless advised by your doctor.

Will Careprost Plus Eye Drop cause blurry vision?

Yes, Careprost Plus Eye Drop may cause blurry vision for some time or short duration. If these conditions worsen, connect with your doctor. Avoid performing any activities requiring consciousness such as driving, cutting.