Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml

Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml belongs to the class of ophthalmic medications indicated to lower the intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Glaucoma is an eye disease that causes damage to the optic nerve and results in reduced vision. Ocular hypertension is increased pressure in the eye due to poor drainage of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye that maintains normal pressure by its continuous flow).

Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml contains Latanoprost, and it works by increasing the natural flow of liquid from inside your eye into your bloodstream. This lowers the pressure within your eye and stops your sight from worsening.

Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml is for ophthalmic use only. Depending on your medical condition, you are advised to use Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid any infection. If you wear contact lenses or wear them, remove them before using Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml, and you can put them back 15 minutes after using Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml. In some cases, you may experience changes in your eye colour, blurred vision, changes in the thickness, length, or colour of your eyelashes, irritation, and dry eyes. Most of these side effects of Laprost 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 Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml only if the doctor prescribes you. Never encourage self-medication or suggest your medicine to someone else. It would be best if you did not stop taking Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml abruptly as it may increase eye pressure. Check with your doctor before starting Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml if you have dry eyes, cornea problem, asthma, kidney or liver disease. Also, do not stop the Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml abruptly as it may lead to severe side effects. Do not take any other eye medication with Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml without consulting your doctor. If you are using two eye medications, never put them together; wait for at least 5 minutes and then put the second one.

Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml contains Latanoprost, which belongs to a class of medications known as prostaglandin inhibitors. Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml is used alone or in combination with other drugs is used to lower eye pressure. It is primarily used in treating high pressure in the eye. It increases the natural flow of aqueous humour from inside the eye into the bloodstream. As a result, the pressure on the eye is decreased. Also, if the pressure is too high and is not treated, it can lead to permanent vision loss. Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml should be put only in the affected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

• Change in eye colour
• Redness of the eye
• Inflamed eyelid
• Eye infection (conjunctivitis)
• Irritated eye
• Burning,
• Itching
• Stinging
• Eye colour
• Blurred vision
• Changes to your eyelashes (growing longer and thicker)
• Sensitivity to light (photophobia)

Do not take Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml if you are allergic or hypersensitive latanoprost or prostaglandin inhibitors. 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 problem, uveitis, asthma, dry eye, herpes simplex eye infection, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml as a 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 it before using Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml. Wash your hands properly before using Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml to avoid any infection. If you are using two eye medications, never put them together, wait for at least 5 minutes and then put the second one. Do not use Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml with other prostaglandin inhibitors as they are known to contra-indicate. 

• BIMATOPROST
• TAFLUPROST
• TRAVOPROST

Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml  may slowly (over months to years) cause brown discoloration of the colored portion of the eye (iris). Notify your doctor if this occurs and schedule regular eye exams to monitor it.

• Avoid alcoholic beverages with Laprost Eye Drops 3 ml as it can make you dehydrated and affect the eye's 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, 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.