What is Careprost used for?

Careprost is used to reduce intraocular pressure in individuals with narrow angle glaucoma, intraocular hypertension, or other eye diseases. This eye drops is also used to treat hypotrichosis of the eyelashes, which increases its thickness, length, and darkness. This medicine may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by your doctor.

What is the recommended dosage of Careprost?

The dosage of Careprost prescribed to each patient will vary. Always follow your physician?s instructions and/or the directions on the prescription drug label.

Careprost is usually recommended to be used once a day in the evening.

What if you miss a dose of Careprost?

If your physician has instructed or directed you to apply Careprost medication in a regular schedule and you have missed a dose of this medicine, apply it as soon as you remember. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, then skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the doses unless otherwise directed.

What if you overdose on Careprost?

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If overdose of Latisse is suspected, flush your eyes with warm water immediately. Seek medical attention as soon as possible.

What other drugs could interact with Careprost?

• Latanoprost

It may be noted that drug other than that listed above may also interact with Careprost.

Usually drug interactions occur when it is taken with another drug or with food. Before you take a medication for a particular ailment, you should inform the health expert about intake of any other medications including non-prescription medications, over-the-counter medicines that may increase the effect of Careprost, and dietary supplements like vitamins, minerals and herbal, so that the doctor can warn you of any possible drug interactions.

Do let your doctor know if you smoke, consume alcohol or caffeinated drinks, or use illegal drugs as these may interfere with the action of your medication. Make sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions you may have, or any family history of medical problems. Do not start or stop using any medicine without consulting your doctor.

What are the side effects of Careprost?

Like other medicines, Careprost can cause some side effects. If they do occur, the side effects of Careprost are most likely to be minor and temporary. However, some may be serious and may require the individual to inform the doctor or visit the nearest hospital immediately.

It is pertinent to note that side effects of Careprost cannot be anticipated. If any side effects of Careprost develop or change in intensity, the doctor should be informed as soon as possible.

Careprost can cause side effects such as weakness, eye irritation, eye lash darkening, dry eyes, itching or stinging in the eye, and swelling of the eyelids. Some of the serious side effects of this medicine are increased tearing, blurred vision, eye pain, respiratory infections, cataract, and eye discharge. This is not a complete list of all side effects. Do concur with your doctor and follow his directions completely when you are applying Careprost.

What are the questions to ask your doctor before taking Careprost?

Is it possible for me to apply Careprost with other drugs?
Should certain beverages, foods and other products be avoided when I apply Careprost?
What are the possible drug interactions of Careprost?
How will Careprost work in my body?
How should Careprost be applied?
How to reduce the risk of Careprost drug interactions and side effects?

Note

The health and medical information provided here is intended to supplement and not substitute for the expertise and judgment of your physician, pharmacists or other health care professional. It should not be understood to indicate that the use of Careprost is safe, appropriate or effective for you. Always consult your health care professional before using this, or any other, drug.

Careprost can be absorbed by contact lenses. Hence, before using the eye drops, contact lenses need to be removed and it can be reinserted after 15 minutes. You need to leave a 5-minute interval between the use of Careprost and another eye medication. Careprost may temporarily cause blurred vision. Hence, immediately after application of this eye drops, do not drive or operate machinery.