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Careprost, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Drops. Glaucoma are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The optimal dosage of Careprost is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Careprost include Eye itching, Eye irritation, Eye Burning. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Careprost as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Careprost go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Careprost is Unknown for pregnant women and Unknown for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Careprost's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Careprost related warnings section.
Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Careprost contraindications section.
Besides this, Careprost may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to the above precautions for Careprost, it is important to know that it is safe while driving, and is habit-forming.
Careprost is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
| Age Group | Dosage |
| Adult |
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| Geriatric |
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| 13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Careprost is used -
Common
Is the use of Careprost safe for pregnant women?
No research has not been done till date on the safety of Careprost for pregnant women. So its effects on pregnant women are unknown.
Is the use of Careprost safe during breastfeeding?
Due to lack of research work on this topic, the side effects of Careprost for breastfeeding women are not known.
What is the effect of Careprost on the Kidneys?
Careprost is completely safe for kidneys.
What is the effect of Careprost on the Liver?
Careprost is not harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Careprost on the Heart?
Careprost is completely safe for the heart.
Careprost should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Careprost unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Careprost habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Careprost has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Yes, you can operate a vehicle or heavy machinery after taking Careprost since it does not cause drowsiness.
Is it safe?
Yes, Careprost does not show any kind of adverse effect.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Careprost in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Careprost
It is safe to take Careprost with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Careprost
Information about the interaction of Careprost and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 227-228
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 155
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lumigan® (bimatoprost)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Latisse® (bimatoprost)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bimatoprost Sandoz® (bimatoprost)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lumigan® Pf (bimatoprost)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 227-228
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 155
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Lumigan® (bimatoprost)
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Latisse® (bimatoprost)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Bimatoprost Sandoz® (bimatoprost)
Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA): Department of Health [Internet]. Governmet of Australia; Package leaflet information for the user; Lumigan® Pf (bimatoprost)
