Bimato MS Eye Drops


Product Info

Prescription required Yes
Marketer Guerison MS Inc.
Active Ingredient Bimatoprost (0.01% w/v)
Chemical ClassProstaglandin analogue
Habit FormingNo
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL
Action ClassPG F2 Alpha analogue
User Rating4.8
User Reviews457

FAQ

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What happens if I stop using Bimato MS Eye?
If you stop using Bimato MS Eye, the eyelashes may return to their previous appearance after several weeks or months. In case you have developed any eyelid skin darkening, it may reverse after several weeks or months. However, any change in the color of the iris is permanent and will not reverse.
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What if you forget to take Bimato Ophthalmic Solution?
If you miss a dose of Bimato MS Eye, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Bimato MS Eye Drops Reviews

Bimato MS Eye is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes in adults with glaucoma and high pressure in the eye. If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness. It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood.

Bimato MS Eye is suitable for adults and children and can be used by itself or in combination with other eye medicines to reduce pressure. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you stop using it, pressure in the eye could increase and damage your sight. Never use a bottle if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. Make sure you remove contact lenses if you wear them and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.

The most common side effects of this medicine include conjunctival hyperemia and eye itching. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor. They may be able to tell you ways of reducing or preventing some side effects or suggest another treatment. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive until your vision is clear. This is usually a short term side effect.

How Bimato MS Eye Drops Works

Bimato MS Eye is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.

How to Use Bimato MS Eye Drops

This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.

Benefits of Bimato MS Eye Drops

  • In Glaucoma: Bimato MS Eye helps reduce pressure in your eyes (ocular hypertension) that can lead to an illness called glaucoma. It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.
  • In Ocular hypertension: Bimato MS Eye belongs to a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogue. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. Take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled.

Uses of Bimato MS Eye Drops

  • Ocular hypertension
  • Glaucoma

Bimato MS Eye Drops Side Effects

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Safety Tips

Driving  UNSAFE
Bimato MS Eye may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Pregnancy  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bimato MS Eye is safe to use during pregnancy. Most studies have shown low or no risk to the developing baby.
Breast feeding  SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Bimato MS Eye is safe to use during breastfeeding. Human studies suggest that the drug does not pass into the breastmilk in a significant amount and is not harmful to the baby.To reduce the amount of Bimato MS Eye that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue.

Quick Tips

  • Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Bimato MS Eye.
  • Bimato MS Eye helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
  • Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
  • Bimato MS Eye may cause brown pigmentation of the iris. This discoloration may be permanent.
  • Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
  • For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s).

References

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  5. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 144-45.
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