Lumigan

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Lumigan is a drug used in the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension; should be used in patients who are intolerant of other IOP-lowering medications or failed treatment with another IOP-lowering medication.

[edit] Standard Dosage

Ophthalmic: Adult: Open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension: Instill 1 drop into affected eye(s) once daily in the evening; do not exceed once-daily dosing (may decrease IOP-lowering effect). If used with other topical ophthalmic agents, separate administration by at least 5 minutes.

[edit] Dosage Forms

Solution, ophthalmic: 0.03% (2.5 mL, 5 mL) [contains benzalkonium chloride]

U.S./Canadian Brand Names Lumigan™ [US]

Therapeutic Category Ophthalmic Agent, Miscellaneous