Travoprost

Travoprost is a prostaglandin eye drop. It increases the drainage of fluid from the eye, which lowers pressure inside the eye. Some products combine it with timolol.

What Travoprost Is Used For

• Open-angle glaucoma
• Raised pressure in the eye (ocular hypertension)
• Long-term protection of the optic nerve in glaucoma

Common Side Effects

• Red eyes
• Itching or eye irritation
• Darker eyelashes that grow longer
• Gradual darkening of the coloured part of the eye

Precautions

Remove contact lenses before using the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back. Use travoprost regularly as prescribed, because glaucoma damage happens without symptoms. Avoid it in pregnancy, and tell your eye doctor about asthma or heart problems if your drops also contain timolol.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.