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Indications

Travatan eyedrops are an ophthalmic glaucoma medication used to lower eye pressure in those with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Travoprost is a prostaglandin analog that binds to selective FP prostanoid receptors to increase the amount of fluids that are drained from your eyes. This action allows Travatan eyedrops to treat open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension by reducing eye pressure.

Dosage and Administration

The dose and administration regimen of Travatan eyedrops that is prescribed will vary depending on the individual and condition causing increased eye pressure. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions and read packaging labels carefully to ensure you get the best therapeutic response. Do not use Travatan more than prescribed.

• Wash hands before and after use
• Use in the evening before bed
• Most adults apply one drop in the affected eye or eyes each day
• To apply, tilt back your head and gently pull down your lower lid
• Hold the dropper over your eye, look up and away, and squeeze a drop into the pocket created between your lid and eye
• Close your eyes for 2 to 3 minutes and tip down your head
• Gently press the inside corner of your eye for at least 1 minute to keep liquid from draining into your tear duct
• Wait for at least 5 minutes before administering any other eye drops or eye medications
• Do not use Travatan eyedrops while wearing contact lenses
• Wait at least 15 minutes after applying to put your contacts back in
• Do not touch any surface with the dropper tip, including your eyes and hands
• Keep container securely closed when not using
• Store at room temperature away from children and pets

Side Effects

Travatan eyedrops may cause some side effects to develop while increasing the drainage from your eyes. Speak with your healthcare provider to learn more about any side effects that you may encounter during treatment.

Common Travatan eyedrop side effects:

• Eye pain, itching, or redness
• Swollen or puffy eyelids
• Blurred vision

Serious Side Effects

Some more serious adverse reactions may occur during treatment with Travatan eyedrops. Stop using this medication and contact your healthcare provider if you develop any of the following side effects:

• Eye swelling, redness, or severe discomfort
• Crusting or drainage of affected eye
• Red, swollen, or itchy eyelids
• Increased light sensitivity
• Changes in your vision
• Severe burning, stinging, or irritation after administration

Allergic Reactions

Do not use Travatan eyedrops if you are allergic to travoprost or any of the other solution ingredients. Stop using these eyedrops and call your healthcare provider if you notice any of the following signs of an allergic reaction:

• Hives
• Difficulty breathing
• Swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat

Cautions

Do not allow the Travatan eyedrop dropper to touch any surface, including your eyes and hands, to avoid contamination which could lead to an eye infection.

Travatan eyedrops have been found to cause a change in the pigmentation of your iris, eyelid tissue, and eyelashes. These changes can happen gradually over months or years and may not be noticeable right away. Pigmentation of your iris may be permanent but is not dangerous.

Many users of Travatan eyedrops experience changes in the length, thickness, and number of eyelashes they have. These effects are often reversible and are not serious.

To ensure your safety when using Travatan eyedrops, tell your healthcare provider if you have ever had any of the following:

• Eye swelling
• Eye infection
• Retinal detachment
• Eye surgery
• An injury affecting your eye lens

Tell your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or breastfeeding before using this medication. It is unclear how Travatan eyedrops may affect an unborn or nursing baby.

Do not administer Travatan eyedrops while wearing contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medication to reinsert your contacts.

Do not use any other eyedrops or eye medications while using Travatan eyedrops unless directed to do so by your healthcare provider.

Some other drugs may interact with Travatan and cause adverse reactions. To avoid this, tell your healthcare provider about all the medicines that you take, including over the counter medications, vitamins, and herbal products.

Travatan eyedrops are not approved to be used in anyone under the age of 16.

Form and Strength

This eye pressure medication is available in the form of an eyedrop solution.

Travatan eyedrop solution strength:

• 0.004%

The 0.004% Travatan eyedrops are available in volumes of 2.5, 5, and 7.5ml.

FAQ

How long does it take for Travatan eyedrops to start working?

Travatan eyedrops begin reducing your eye pressure within 2 hours of administering the medication and reach their peak effect after 12 hours. These eyedrops are designed to be used once daily in the evening before bed, and therefore after the first few days of treatment your eye pressure should be better managed. Follow all your healthcare provider’s instructions for the best results.

How many times a day can you use Travatan eyedrops?

It is recommended that you insert one drop of Travatan eyedrop solution into your affected eye or eyes once each day before bed. Studies have found that using this medication more often can lower its efficacy at decreasing your eye pressure. Listen to all instructions offered by your healthcare provider and read packaging labels carefully to ensure the best therapeutic response during treatment.

Resources:

1. https://www.drugs.com/travatan.html
2. https://www.novartis.com/us-en/sites/novartis_us/files/travatan_z.pdf
3. https://www.travatanzhcp.com/