Bimatoprost [Lumigan] Flashcards
What is the drug class for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Glaucoma: Prostaglandin topical
What is the drug class for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Glaucoma: Prostaglandin topical
What is the MOA for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Synthetic analog of prostaglandin which decreases IOP by increasing outflow of aqueous humor
What are the indications for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Chronic open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension; hypotrichosis of eyelashes
What are the common side effects/ADRs for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Ocular hyperemia, growth of eyelashes, ocular pruritis, headache, dry eyes, photophobia, brown pigmentation of iris and eyelid skin
What are the contraindications for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
What are the common drug interactions for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
NSAIDs decr effect
How should you monitor Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Inter ocular pressure
Additional comments regarding Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
benzalkonium chloride absorption by contact lens; t1/2~45 min
PG Status for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
PC C
What is the MOA for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Synthetic analog of prostaglandin which decreases IOP by increasing outflow of aqueous humor
What are the indications for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Chronic open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension; hypotrichosis of eyelashes
What are the common side effects/ADRs for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Ocular hyperemia, growth of eyelashes, ocular pruritis, headache, dry eyes, photophobia, brown pigmentation of iris and eyelid skin
What are the contraindications for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
less than 16 years of age
What are the common drug interactions for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
NSAIDs decr effect
How should you monitor Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
Inter ocular pressure
Additional comments regarding Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
benzalkonium chloride absorption by contact lens; t1/2~45 min
PG Status for Bimatoprost [Lumigan]?
PC C
