What Is Travatan – 2.5 ml 

• Travatan Ophthalmic Solution treats adult glaucoma and high intraocular pressure. Excessive eye pressure can cause vision loss or blindness. It helps fluid flow out of the eye to reduce pressure.
• Use it alone or with other eye drops. Take as directed for best results. Stopping use may increase eye pressure and affect vision. Do not use if the seal is broken. Remove contact lenses before using and wait 15 minutes.
• Common side effects include eye discomfort and blurred vision. Consult a doctor for any bothersome side effects. They can provide information on minimizing side effects. Do not drive if vision is disturbed.

 

Uses Of Travatan Eye Drops

• Used to treat elevated intraocular pressure in patients with ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma

 

How Travatan Eye Drops Works

• Travatan Eye Drops is classified under prostaglandin analogue and it functions by elevating the aqueous humor outflow, thereby reducing the elevated eye pressure.

 

Directions For Use

• Use Travatan Eye Drops as prescribed by your doctor. It is for your eyes. The doctor will decide how much and when to use based on your age, weight, and illness.

 

Benefits Of Travatan Ophthalmic Solution

In Treatment of Glaucoma

• Travatan relieves ocular hypertension in glaucoma. Use alone or with other drops. Don’t use it frequently; it may reduce efficacy. Limit use to infected eye as prescribed. Don’t stop; won’t control eye pressure.
• Travatan is a prostaglandin analogue, reducing eye pressure. It promotes fluid drainage, reducing intraocular pressure. High eye pressure leads to vision loss. Use it as directed by your physician.
• If you stop the medication, the intracranial pressure won’t be managed properly.

 

What Are The Side Effects Of The Travatan 40 Mcg (Travoprost):

• Stinging in Eyes
• Itching/Irritation
• Blurred Vision
• Eye pain
• Dry or watery eyes
• Dizziness
• Increased production of tears
• Increased sensitivity towards light
• Irritation of the eyes; redness of the eyes, swelling or pain around the eyes.
• Conjunctival hyperemia
• The eyelash alterations (thickness, quantity, and length) that may revert after withdrawing the drug
• More increased iris pigmentation that may be permanent

 

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

• Travoprost eye drops may interact with some medicines. This can cause adverse effects or render your drugs ineffective.
• Always consult your physician before using any eye drop or medication. Discuss any Herbal Supplements before planning a medication schedule.

 

Warning And Precaution:

Travatan 40 Mcg should be used very cautiously in:

• Hypersensitivity/Allergy
• Pigmentation
• Intraocular Inflammation
• Eyelash Changes
• Macular Edema
• Bacterial Keratitis
• Eye Surgeries
• In any of the above conditions, you should have your doctor break down the best possible dosage adjustment for you.