Travatan Z (Travoprost) belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogues. It is used to reduce the pressure inside the eye for people with open-angle Glaucoma or ocular hypertension (increased pressure in the eye).
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Alcon, Apotex, Mylan Pharmaceuticals, Novartis Pharmaceuticals, Teva
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The recommended adult dose of Travatan Z (Travoprost) is one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily each evening. Do not use Travatan Z (Travoprost) more than once a day. Using Travatan Z (Travoprost) eye drops more often may decrease the effectiveness of Travatan Z (Travoprost).
Many things can affect the dose of medication that a person needs, such as body weight, other medical conditions, and other medications. If your doctor has recommended a dose different from the ones listed here, do not change the way that you are using the medication without consulting your doctor.
To use the eye drops:
If you use other eye drops as well, wait at least 5 minutes before using them.
It is important to use Travatan Z (Travoprost) exactly as prescribed by your doctor. If you miss a dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular dosing schedule. Do not instill a double dose to make up for a missed one. If you are not sure what to do after missing a dose, contact your doctor or pharmacist for advice.
It is very important to avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface, any skin, or your eye. This contamination can result in a bacterial infection. Report any signs of an eye infection (e.g., redness, irritation, pain) to your doctor immediately.
Store Travatan Z (Travoprost) at room temperature and keep it out of the reach of children.
Do not dispose of medications in wastewater (e.g. down the sink or in the toilet) or in household garbage. Ask your pharmacist how to dispose of medications that are no longer needed or have expired.
Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Travatan Z (Travoprost). If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Travatan Z (Travoprost) with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Travatan Z (Travoprost). Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Travatan Z (Travoprost).
Each mL of sterile, isotonic, buffered, preserved aqueous solution contains 40 µg of Travatan Z (Travoprost). Nonmedicinal ingredients: polyoxyl 40 hydrogenated castor oil, purified water, sofZia preservative system (boric acid, propylene glycol, sorbitol, and zinc chloride), and sodium hydroxide and/or hydrochloric acid (to adjust pH).
Do not use Travatan Z (Travoprost) if you:
There may be an interaction between Travatan Z (Travoprost) and any of the following:
If you are taking any of these medications, speak with your doctor or pharmacist. Depending on your specific circumstances, your doctor may want you to:
An interaction between two medications does not always mean that you must stop taking one of them. Speak to your doctor about how any drug interactions are being managed or should be managed.
Medications other than those listed above may interact with Travatan Z (Travoprost). Tell your doctor or prescriber about all prescription, over-the-counter (non-prescription), and herbal medications you are taking. Also tell them about any supplements you take. Since caffeine, alcohol, the Nicotine from cigarettes, or street drugs can affect the action of many medications, you should let your prescriber know if you use them.
Before you begin using a medication, be sure to inform your doctor of any medical conditions or Allergies you may have, any medications you are taking, whether you are pregnant or breast-feeding, and any other significant facts about your health. These factors may affect how you should use Travatan Z (Travoprost).
Contact lenses: If you wear contact lenses you should remove the lenses before using the eye drops and wait at least 15 minutes before reinserting them.
Driving/using machinery: Travatan Z (Travoprost) eye drops can cause blurred vision immediately after instilling them in the eyes. This may affect your ability to drive or operate machinery. If you experience blurring, avoid driving or using machinery until your vision has cleared.
Eye changes: Travatan Z (Travoprost) may gradually change the colour of the eye, increasing the amount of brown pigment in the iris (coloured part of the eye). The long-term effects on the eye and the chance of injury to the eye are currently not known. The change in colour may be permanent and occurs slowly. It may not be noticeable for several months or years of using Travatan Z (Travoprost). Travatan Z (Travoprost) can also cause darkening, thickening, and lengthening of eyelashes. Talk to your doctor if you have any concerns.
Eye conditions: If you have certain types of eye conditions (e.g., uveitis, certain lens problems), discuss with your doctor how Travatan Z (Travoprost) may affect your medical condition, how your medical condition may affect the dosing and effectiveness of Travatan Z (Travoprost), and whether any special monitoring is needed.
Pregnancy: Travatan Z (Travoprost) should not be used during pregnancy. If you become pregnant while using Travatan Z (Travoprost), contact your doctor immediately.
Breast-feeding: It is not known if Travatan Z (Travoprost) passes into breast milk. If you are a breast-feeding mother and are taking Travatan Z (Travoprost), it may affect your baby. Talk to your doctor about whether you should continue breast-feeding.
Children: The safety and effectiveness of using Travatan Z (Travoprost) have not been established for children.
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