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Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free
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Product introduction
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes in people with glaucoma and ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye). If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness. It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood.
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free is to treat increased pressure inside the eye
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free is to treat increased pressure inside the eye
Uses of Lacoma PF Eye Drop
- Ocular hypertension
Benefits of Lacoma PF Eye Drop
In Ocular hypertension
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free belongs to a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogue. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled.
Side effects of Lacoma PF Eye Drop
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Lacoma PF
- Eyelash changes
- Eye pain
- Increased sensitivity to light
- Burning sensation in eye
- Eye itching
- Foreign body sensation
- Itching
- Stinging in the eyes
- Conjunctival hyperemia
How to use Lacoma PF Eye Drop
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
How Lacoma PF Eye Drop works
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
Driving
UNSAFE
Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Lacoma PF Eye Drop?
If you miss a dose of Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s).
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free may cause brown pigmentation of the iris. This discoloration may be permanent.
- Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Prostaglandin Analogu
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
PG F2 Alpha analogue
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free
Once A Day
88%
Twice A Day
11%
What are you using Lacoma PF Eye Drop for?
Glaucoma
100%
How much was the improvement?
Average
42%
Excellent
38%
Poor
21%
What were the side-effects while using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
No Side Effec*
50%
Stinging in t*
25%
Eye itching
25%
*No Side Effect, Stinging in the eyes
How do you take Lacoma PF Eye Drop?
With or witho*
100%
*With or without food
Please rate Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free on price
Expensive
44%
Average
33%
Not Expensive
22%
FAQs
Can I use contact lenses while using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
Yes, you can use contact lenses while using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free. However, remove your contact lenses before instilling Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free. You can re-insert the lenses 15 minutes after instilling Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free. Contact your doctor if eye irritation occurs and persists.
Can Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free cause a change in eye color?
Yes, continued use of Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free may cause a change in the color of the iris, particularly brown pigmentation. This color change is more common in people who have mixed color eyes (blue-brown, grey-brown, yellow-brown or green-brown). The change may be more noticeable if it is used in only one eye. This change in color is likely to be permanent. Additionally, the eyelashes may also become denser and the color of the eyelids may darken. However, this is usually temporary and reverts to normal once the use of Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free is discontinued.
Can I use other eye drops along with Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
If you have to use other eye drops, wait for at least 5 minutes before using them. You should inform your doctor about any other medicine which you are using since it may interfere with the working of Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free.
How long do you keep your eyes shut after using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
After using the eye drops you should close your eyes for at least 2-3 minutes so that the medicine does not run off and gets absorbed in the eye.
Do you have to refrigerate Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
Yes, the unopened bottle needs to be refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). However, once the bottle is opened for use, it may be stored at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for not longer than 6 weeks.
How long does it take for Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free to start working?
The pressure in the eyes starts decreasing after about 3-4 hours of using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free and the maximum effect is reached after 8-12 hours.
Can I use Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free in the morning?
It is recommended to use Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free in the evening for best results. Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free, when used in the evening for the first few days, showed significantly effective results in lowering the eye pressure. The effect of this medicine remains for about 24 hours after administration.
When to seek doctor’s advice while using Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free?
You should contact your doctor immediately if you develop an eye infection, injury, conjunctivitis, or an eyelid reaction. Along with that, the doctor should be informed if you have undergone any eye surgery earlier. Use Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free as prescribed by the doctor.
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Marketer details
Name: Ajanta Pharma Ltd
Address: Ajanta House, Charkop, Kandivli West, Mumbai 400 067, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Lacoma PF Eye Drop BAK Free. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
In case of any issues, contact us
Email ID: [email protected]Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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