Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml

Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml belongs to the class of medication called 'ophthalmic preparations' used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye. It may lead to an illness called glaucoma. Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is used alone or in combination with other drugs. Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally.

Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml contains Bimatoprost (prostaglandin analogue) and Timolol (beta-blocker), primarily used in treating ocular hypertension (high pressure of the eye). Bimatoprost works by increasing the drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye) from the eye and reducing eye pressure. Timolol works by decreasing the fluid production in the eye as the increased pressure can lead to a disease called glaucoma. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml should be put only in the infected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided. 

Use Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml as prescribed by your doctor. Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is only for use in eyes. You are advised to use Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you based on your medical condition. The most common side effects of Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml are eye pain, darkening of eyelashes, stinging sensation, irritation, foreign body sensation, change in the iris colour, itching, and burning sensation in the eye.  Most of these side effects of Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor. 

Put Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. It would help if you did not stop taking Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml suddenly as it may increase eye pressure. Do not take Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml if you are allergic to sulphonamides, beta-blockers or have a severe kidney or liver disease. Check with your doctor before starting Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml if you have dry eyes and cornea problems. If you wear contact lenses or wear them, remove them before using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml. Also, do not stop Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml, without consulting your doctor.

Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is a combination drug containing 'ophthalmic medication,' used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye. It contains Bimatoprost (prostaglandin analog) and Timolol (beta-blocker), primarily used in treating ocular hypertension (high pressure of the eye). Increased pressure is left untreated; it may lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. Bimatoprost works by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye) from the eye and reducing eye pressure. Timolol works by decreasing the production of fluid in the eye.  

• Eye pain 
• Darkening of eyelashes 
• Stinging sensation 
• Irritation 
• Foreign body sensation 
• Change in colour of the iris
• Itching 
• Burning sensation in the eye 

Do not take Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml if you are allergic or hypersensitive to Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml, other antibiotics, beta-blockers, sulfa drugs. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, products that contain aspirin, and vitamins. If you have a kidney or liver problem, macular oedema, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml, dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior. If you wear contact lenses or wearing them, remove them before using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml to avoid any infection.

Drug-Drug Interaction: Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is known to interact with blood pressure lowering medicines (atenolol, nifedipine, verapamil), heart medicine (quinidine), medicines to treat diabetes (metformin, glibenclamide), medicines to treat depression (fluoxetine and paroxetine), other prostaglandins ophthalmic medications (latanoprost, tafluprost, travoprost, unoprostone). 

Drug-Food Interaction: Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is known to interact with alcohol and other multivitamins you are taking. 

Drug-Disease Interaction: Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml is known to interact if you have coronary heart disease, heart failure, low blood pressure, breathing problems (asthma or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease), Raynaud’s syndrome (poor blood circulation disease), overactivity of the thyroid gland, diabetes, liver or kidney problems, macular edema (swelling of retina). 

• ATENOLOL
• NIFEDIPINE
• VERAPAMIL
• QUINIDINE
• METFORMIN
• GLIBENCLAMIDE
• FLUOXETINE
• PAROXETINE
• LATANOPROST
• TAFLUPROST
• TRAVOPROST
• UNOPROSTONE

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml as it can make you dehydrated and affect the eye pressure.
• Visit an optician regularly to monitor your eye pressure.
• Try to include heart-healthy omega 3 fatty acid-containing food drinks in your daily diet. You can also use low-fat cooking oil like olive oil, soybean oil, canola oil, and coconut oil.
• A diet including green and leafy vegetables, and fruits helps to lower eye pressure.
• Do regular moderate exercise and appropriate rest is important for illness.
• Fruits and vegetables which contain Vitamin A and C help to improve vision and recover from the disease.

• Remove your contact lenses before using Ganfort Eye Drops 3 ml to avoid any unpleasant side effect
• Do not use two eye medications together, maintain a gap of 10-15 minutes between the two.

Glaucoma: It is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damaged nerve leads to an increase in eye pressure abnormally. If not treated, it can lead to loss of vision. It is a major cause of blindness in people who are above the age of 60 years. 

Ocular hypertension: It is a condition in which the pressure of the eye is higher than normal. The increased pressure can be due to certain other diseases, an injury, or an adverse effect of certain medications. If left untreated, it can lead to optic nerve damage and permanent vision loss.