Travoprost 40mcg/ml Eye Drops 2.5ml

Overview
It is used to reduce raised pressure within your eye.

May Treat: Glaucoma · Ocular hypertension
Brand Names: Bondulc, Travatan
Combination Brand: DuoTrav (a combination brand of travoprost with timolol)
Type of medicine: Prostaglandin analogue
Forms: Eye drops
Driving: Do not drive.This medication can cause blurred vision.

Precautions
Some medicines are not suitable for people with certain conditions, and sometimes a medicine can only be used if extra care is taken. For these reasons, before you start using travoprost it is important that your doctor knows:
If you are pregnant or breastfeeding.
If you have had surgery on your eye to replace or remove the lens (such as cataract removal).
If you have a breathing problem such as asthma or COPD.
If you have had problems in the past with viral infections in your eye.
If you are taking or using any other medicines or eye drops. This includes any medicines you are taking which are available to buy without a prescription, as well as herbal and complementary medicines.
If you have ever had an allergic reaction to a medicine.

Side Effects
Redness in your eye, eye irritation, pain or itching

Discuss this with your doctor if you are concerned
Changes in the colour of the iris of your eyes, longer or thicker eyelashes, darker skin on your eyelids

Discuss these with your doctor. The changes occur over time and can be permanent
Sensitivity to light

Wearing sunglasses may help
Headache

Drink plenty of water and ask your pharmacist to recommend a suitable painkiller. If the headaches continue, let your doctor know
Other things to note

Bottles of eye drops contain preservatives which some people can develop an allergic reaction to. If your eye becomes red or inflamed after using the drops, contact your doctor for advice.

Warnings
If you buy any medicines check with a pharmacist that they are safe to take with your prescribed medicines.The drops are for use in the eyes only. If someone swallows some by accident, go to the accident and emergency department of your local hospital. Take the container with you, even if it is empty.If you are having an operation or dental treatment, tell the person carrying out the treatment which medicines you are taking.
This medicine is for you. Never give it to other people even if their condition appears to be the same as yours.
Do not keep out of date or unwanted medicines. Take them to your local pharmacy which will dispose of them for you.
If you have any questions about this medicine ask your pharmacist.

How to use
1. Wash your hands well before you use the drops.
2. Remove the cap.
3. Tilt your head back a little and pull the lower lid of your eye downwards to form a pocket.
4. Hold the bottle upside down near to your eye. Try not to touch your eye as you do this.
5. Apply enough pressure to the bottle to release one drop into your eye. -Do not use more than one drop - using several drops does not improve your glaucoma but will increase the risk of side-effects.
6. Close your eye for a minute or two, and press gently on the side of your nose where the corner of your eye meets your nose. This helps to stop the drop from draining away and keeps it in your eye.
7. Repeat the process in your other eye if you have been told to use the drops in both eyes.
8. Replace the cap.

How to store
Keep all medicines out of the reach and sight of children.
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat and light.
Eye drops can be used for four weeks once the bottle has been opened. Even if there is still some solution remaining after this time, throw it away and use a new bottle. This will help to prevent the risk of eye infections.