Laprost Plus Eye Drops 3ml

Laprost Plus eye drop is used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension by reducing the production of aqueous humor, thus relieving eye pressure. Use them only in the affected eye and follow your doctor's prescribed dosage. Wash hands before use and check the label for directions.

Complete the full course of treatment. Temporary side effects like burning or stinging may occur. If they persist, consult your doctor.

Avoid contact with ears, nose, or mouth; rinse with water if contact occurs. Inform your doctor of any allergies or other medications. Avoid driving or operating machinery immediately after use due to potential vision blurring.

Dosage

Missed a Dose

If you have missed instilling Laprost Plus eye drop, apply it as soon as possible. Do not over-instil this medicine to compensate for the missed application.

Overdose

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

Mode of Action

How Does It Work?

Laprost Plus Eye Drops 3Ml is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Latanoprost. Timolol is a beta blocker, while Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humor (the fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

Directions for Use

Laprost Plus eye drop are intended for external usage only. Use it at the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Before using, double-check the directions on the label. Hold the dropper close to your eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and insert the medication into the lower eyelid. Wipe away the excess liquid.

Precautions and Warnings

Pregnancy

Can I use Laprost Plus eye drop during pregnancy?

There is limited information about the effects of Laprost Plus eye drop in human pregnancy. Hence, the use of Laprost Plus eye drop is not recommended unless prescribed by your doctor. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or you think you may be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

Can I use Laprost Plus eye drop while breastfeeding?

Laprost Plus eye drop should not be used in women who are breastfeeding.

Driving

Can I drive if I have used Laprost Plus eye drop?

Laprost Plus eye drop may cause blurred vision, which could affect the ability to drive. Therefore, refrain from driving until these symptoms have subsided.

Alcohol

Can I consume alcohol with Laprost Plus eye drop?

No information is available on alcohol with Laprost Plus eye drop.

Other General Warnings

Talk to your doctor if

• You had an eye surgery, e.g., cataract surgery.
• You have dry eyes, eye pain, irritation, or inflammation.
• You wear contact lenses.
• You have severe asthma.
• You have a history of eye infection caused by herpes simplex virus.
• You experience an allergic reaction.
• You have heart, respiratory, diabetes, liver disease or condition.
• You have or had a kidney stone.
• You are on any other medications.
• You have diabetes and/or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland).
• You experience loss of vision and dryness of the eye.
• You have a planned surgery.

Contraindications

• If you have bronchial asthma or a history of it, and severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
• If you have any heart diseases such as Sinus bradycardia, sick sinus syndrome, sinoatrial block, second- or third-degree atrioventricular block not controlled with a pacemaker, overt cardiac failure, or cardiogenic shock.

Side effects

• Increased iris pigmentation
• Eye irritation (including stinging, burning, foreign body sensation and itching), eye pain

Interactions

Interactions with other medicines

Concomitant use of two prostaglandin analogues such as bimatoprost, travoprost, or tafuprost causes an increase in intraocular blood pressure

Storage and disposal

• Store it as mentioned on the product label.
• Keep it out of the reach of children and pets.
• Discard the solution if it changes colour, turns cloudy or if it contains particles.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Can I use Laprost Plus eye drop with contact lenses?

No, remove contact lenses before using this drop. Lenses can be reinserted 15 minutes after using the medication. Do not reinsert contacts if your eyes are irritated or infected.