Ganfort Eye Drop

Ganfort drop is used for treating ocular hypertension or increased pressure in the eye and open-angle glaucoma. This drop should not be used if you are allergic to any ingredient of this drops.

This medication should not be taken by those who are pregnant, planning to conceive, or are breastfeeding. Do not use this medication if you have eye infection, swelling, inflammation or injury. A doctor should be informed before starting this medication if you are allergic to any drug or food, will be having eye surgery, have any other type of glaucoma or are taking any medicine or drug (homeopathic, herbal or otherwise).

• Glaucoma

• Increased Intraocular Pressure

• Hypersensitivity

• Stinging In The Eyes

• Blurred Vision

• Burning Eyes

• Irritation

• Itching

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Consult your doctor before using this medication.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is extremely unsafe to be used during pregnancy. Doctor consultation is recommended in such cases.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Breastfeeding women should take medical help before using this medication.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Caution is advised when driving or operating machinery.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with impaired renal function.

Below is the list of medicines, which have the same composition, strength and form as Ganfort Eye Drop , and hence can be used as its substitute.

• Bimat-T Eye Drop

  Ajanta Pharma Ltd

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  Missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is recommended to skip your missed dose, if it is the time for your next scheduled dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Consult your doctor in case of overdose.

This medication is a synthetic substance that mimics the action of natural prostaglandins to increase drainage of aqueous humor from the eyeballs through trabecular meshwork as well as uveoscleral tracts. This reduces intraocular pressure in the eyeballs.

Whenever you take more than one medicine, or mix it with certain foods or beverages, you"re at risk of a drug interaction.

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• Interaction with Medicine

  Medicine

  This medication interacts with Epinephrine, Beta blockers, Clonidine, Calcium antagonists and others.

• Interaction with Disease

  Disease

  Do not use this medication if you suffer from Macular edema, Uveitis, Diabetes and others.

• Ques : What is Ganfort Eye Drop?

  Ans : Ganfort has Bimatoprost and Timolol Maleate as active elements present in it. This medicine performs its action by increasing flow of fluids out of eye and reducing pressure, pumping blood at a slower rate and reducing fluid production in eye.

• Ques : What are the uses of Ganfort Eye Drop?

  Ans : Ganfort is used for the treatment and prevention from conditions such as Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension, Lengthening eyelashes, Increased pressure within the eyeball, Headache, and High blood pressure.

• Ques : What are the Side Effects of Ganfort Eye Drop?

  Ans : Side effects include Conjunctival hyperemia, Eyelash growth, Itchy or burning eyes, Visual disturbance, Pigmentation of the periocular skin, Eyelash or iris darkening, Watery eyes, Light sensitivity, Superficial punctate keratitis, Redness around the eyes, Cataract, Transient burning sensation, Blurred vision, Mild ocular irritation, Bronchospasm, Reduction in resting heart rate, Blood pressure, Fatigue, Coldness of extremities, Tingling or prickling sensation, and Gastrointestinal symptoms.

• Ques : What are the instructions for storage and disposal Ganfort Eye Drop?

  Ans : Ganfort should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original pack. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.