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Lumigan (U.S.N.L.M.)
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| Dosing | 1 drop qd in the evening. | |
| Chem Specs | brimatoprost 0.01%, 0.03% | |
| Quantities | 2.5, 5, 7.5ml | |
| Cost | 145.00/5ml | |
| Class | Prostaglandin analog | |
| Action | Increased uveoscleral aqueous outflow by loosening intercellular spaces on the ciliary body face. |
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| Usage | Indicated for the reduction of elevated IOP in open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. |
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| Side Effects | Pigmentation of the iris, eyelid and eyelashes, and growth of eyelashes. Possible cystoid macular edema in pseudophakes and/or aphakes. Possible reactivation of herpes keratitis. Conjunctival hyperemia (range 25% – 45%) |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to bimatoprost or any other ingredient in the product. | |
| Pediatric use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. | |
| Pregnancy | Category C | |
| Combined use with pilocarpine is not recommended. | ||
| BAK preserved. (0.02% bak in the 0.03% formulation. 0.05% bak in the 0.01% formulation). 0.01% efficacy equal to 0.03%. |
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