Question 1

What is Travoprost used for?

Accepted Answer

High eye pressure (glaucoma), raised pressure inside the eye (ocular hypertension)

Question 2

How do you take Travoprost?

Accepted Answer

Put one drop into the affected eye(s) once daily, usually in the evening. Tilt your head back, pull down your lower eyelid to form a small pocket, and squeeze in one drop. After putting the drop in, close your eye gently and press lightly on the inner corner of your eye (near your nose) for about 1-2 minutes to stop the medicine from draining away. Do not let the tip of the bottle touch your eye or anything else.

Question 3

What are the side effects of Travoprost?

Accepted Answer

Red or bloodshot eyes, eye itching or irritation, gradual darkening of the coloured part of your eye (iris), longer and darker eyelashes, slight stinging or burning when you put the drop in

Question 4

Who should not take Travoprost?

Accepted Answer

People who are allergic to travoprost or any ingredient in the eye drop, pregnant women or women trying to conceive, and people who wear contact lenses should remove them before using the drops and wait at least 15 minutes before putting them back in.

Question 5

Is Travoprost safe during pregnancy?

Accepted Answer

Travoprost is not safe during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby, and breastfeeding mothers should consult their doctor before using it.

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