What is travoprost ophthalmic?
Travoprost ophthalmic (for the eye) reduces pressure in the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Travoprost ophthalmic is used to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.
Travoprost ophthalmic may also be used for other purposes not listed in this medication guide.
What is the most important information I should know about travoprost ophthalmic?
Travoprost ophthalmic may cause a gradual change in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, as well as increased growth or thickness of your eyelashes. These color changes, usually an increase in brown pigment, occur slowly and you may not notice them for months or years. Color changes may be permanent even after your treatment ends, and may occur only in the eye being treated. This could result in a cosmetic difference in eye or eyelash color from one eye to the other.
Do not allow the dropper to touch any surface, including the eyes or hands. If the dropper becomes contaminated it could cause an infection in your eye, which can lead to vision loss or serious damage to the eye.
After using this medication, wait at least 5 minutes before using any other eye drops that your doctor has prescribed.
What should I discuss with my health care provider before using travoprost ophthalmic?
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to travoprost.
Before using travoprost, tell your doctor if you are allergic to any drugs, or if you have swelling or infection of your eye.
Travoprost ophthalmic may cause a gradual change in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, as well as increased growth or thickness of your eyelashes. These color changes, usually an increase in brown pigment, occur slowly and you may not notice them for months or years. Color changes may be permanent even after your treatment ends, and may occur only in the eye being treated. This could result in a cosmetic difference in eye or eyelash color from one eye to the other.
FDA pregnancy category C. It is not known whether travoprost is harmful to an unborn baby. Before using this medication, tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant during treatment.
It is not known whether travoprost passes into breast milk or if it could harm a nursing baby. Do not use this medication without telling your doctor if you are breast-feeding a baby.