Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops Description
Ganfort Eye drops is used to reduce the pressure in the eye (ocular hypertension) in adults. Ganfort eye drops contain bimatoprost and timolol as their active ingredient. This medicine acts by reduci
ng the pressure within the eye. If the eye condition is left untreated, it can lead to serious damage to the eyeball. Inform your doctor if you have any medical conditions like lung or heart diseases. Ganfort eye drops should not be used in children below 18 years of age. Avoid contaminating the tip of the bottle, use within 4 weeks of opening the drops. Avoid using contact lenses while on this medicine. You may experience eye irritation, itching, pain, redness and blurred vision. If these side effects persist and do not resolve, inform your doctor or visit the nearest clinic.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹780.08 |
You Save | ₹106.37 (12% on MRP) |
Contains | Bimatoprost(0.3 Mg) + Timolol(5.0 Mg) |
Uses | Raised intraocular pressure |
Side effects | Eye pain, burning, redness, headache |
Therapy | GLAUCOMA DRUGS |
Uses of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
Contraindications of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
- If you are allergic to bimatoprost, timolol or any of the component Ganfort eye drops.
- If you have a lung condition such as asthma, chronic lung disease (which may cause difficulty in breathing or chronic cough).
- If you have heart disease such as heart blockage, heart failure, decreased heart rate.
Side effects of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
- Redness
- Burning
- Itching
- Eye irritation
- Dry eyes
- Eye pain
- Growth of eyelashes
- Eye swelling
- Altered vision
- Runny nose
- Headache
Precautions and Warnings of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
Pregnancy
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any heart disease or condition such as decreased heart rate and blood pressure.
- You have lung conditions such as difficulty in breathing or asthma.
- You have a blood circulation disorder.
- You have hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), low blood sugar, liver or kidney disease.
- You experience any allergic reaction or side effect after using eye drops.
- You had eye surgery recently.
- Avoid the use of contact lenses.
- Ganfort eye drops should not be used in children below 18 years of age.
Mode of Action of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
How Does It Work?
- Ganfort eye drops contain timolol and bimatoprost. They work by decreasing the raised intraocular (inside the eye).
- Bimatoprost increases the outflow of aqueous fluid within the eye, thus reducing the pressure within the eye.
- Timolol acts by decreasing the aqueous humour (transparent water-like fluid) production within the eye thereby lowering the fluid pressure built up within your eye.
Directions for Use of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
- Use this medicine as instructed by your doctor.
- Follow directions carefully and do not miss doses.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
- Close your eyes for 2-3 minutes and do not blink or squeeze.
- Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper and it must be kept clean.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a tissue.
- Use the exact number of drops recommended.
Interactions of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
Interactions with other medicines
- Some medicines can affect the way Ganfort eye drops works, or Ganfort eye drops can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
- Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
- In particular, if you are taking medicines to treat high blood pressure, heart failure, high/abnormal cholesterol levels, blood thinners, anti-infectives, anti-diabetics, anti-asthmatics, pain killers, immunomodulatory medicines or medicines for the brain-related disorder....
Storage and disposal of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
- Store at a temperature not exceeding 25°C.
- Protect it from freezing.
- Keep it out of reach of children and pets.
- Discard the solution if it changes colour, turns cloudy, or if contains particles.
- Do not throw away any medicines via wastewater or household waste.
Dosage of Ganfort Bottle Of 3ml Eye Drops
Overdose
- As Ganfort eye drops are meant for external application cases of overdose is unlikely. However, upon accidental ingestion contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.
- If you have applied extra quantities of it wipe out the excess of the medicine with tissue or cotton.
Missed a Dose
Content Details
Dr. Mansi Savla
B. Pharm, PharmD
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: My parents also have similar complaints, can I use Ganfort eye drop for them?
Q: For how long should I use Ganfort eye drop?
Q: Will Ganfort eye drop cause blurry vision?
References
- CDSCO [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2021 [cited 20 April 2021]
- Bimatoprost [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 22 April 2021]
- Timolol [Internet]. Accessdata.fda.gov. 2021 [cited 22 April 2021]
- GANFORT 0.3 mg/ml + 5 mg/ml eye drops, solution - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2021 [cited 22 April 2021]
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