About travoprost
Prostaglandin analogue eye-pressure medicine
Used for
- Lowers eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma
- Lowers eye pressure in ocular hypertension
Usual adult dose
One drop in the affected eye(s) once daily, usually in the evening.
Usual dose in children
Usually one drop in the affected eye(s) once daily; approved for children aged 3 years and older in some countries.
Common side effects
- Eye redness or irritation
- Increased eyelash growth
- Darkening of iris or eyelid skin
- Blurred vision or eye discomfort
Important warnings
- May permanently darken iris color and eyelid skin.
- Remove contact lenses before use; wait 15 minutes before reinserting.
- Use caution with active eye inflammation or a history of eye problems.
- Do not touch the dropper tip to the eye or other surfaces.
Pregnancy
Human pregnancy data are limited; use only when clearly needed, as effects on pregnancy are uncertain.
Breastfeeding
It is unknown whether eye-drop travoprost enters breast milk; systemic exposure is low, but caution is advised.
Interactions
- No important interactions are expected with eye drops used at recommended doses.
- Using multiple eye drops may require spacing doses by at least five minutes.
AI-generated from general medical knowledge, not from this product's official leaflet. It may be incomplete or out of date. Not medical advice — ask a pharmacist or doctor before making any decision.