Careprost Eye Drop – Dual Action for Glaucoma Relief & Eyelash Growth

🔹 What Is Careprost Used For?

Careprost is a prescription ophthalmic solution used primarily for two purposes:

1. To treat elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in people with:
   1. Glaucoma (open-angle type)
   1. Ocular hypertension
2. To promote eyelash growth (hypotrichosis):
   1. Enhances length, thickness, and darkness of eyelashes
   1. Often used as a cost-effective alternative to Latisse®

🔹 How Does Careprost Work?

The active ingredient Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin analog. It works by:

• Increasing the outflow of aqueous humor (fluid inside the eye), which reduces intraocular pressure in glaucoma.
• Prolonging the growth (anagen) phase of eyelash follicles, leading to longer, fuller, and darker lashes.

🔹 Uses & Indications

Indication	Details
Glaucoma	Reduces high eye pressure
Ocular Hypertension	Lowers pressure to prevent optic nerve damage
Eyelash Hypotrichosis	Enhances eyelash growth

🔹 Directions for Use

For Eye Pressure / Glaucoma:

• Instill 1 drop into the affected eye(s) once daily, preferably at night.
• Do not exceed the prescribed dosage.
• Remove contact lenses before use (wait 15 minutes before reinserting).

For Eyelash Growth:

• Apply 1 drop to a sterile applicator and brush along the upper eyelid margin (lash line) once daily at night.
• Do not apply to the lower lashes.
• Use a new sterile applicator for each eye to prevent contamination.

🔹 When to Expect Results

Purpose	Visible Effects	Optimal Results
Lowering IOP	Within 4–6 weeks	Up to 12 weeks
Eyelash Growth	After 4–8 weeks of use	Full effect by 12–16 weeks

⚠️ Eyelash growth may reverse if you stop using the product consistently.

🔹 Benefits of Careprost

• Clinically proven to lower eye pressure
• Significantly enhances eyelash growth
• More affordable than brand-name alternatives
• Easy-to-use dropper packaging
• Widely trusted by dermatologists and ophthalmologists

🔹 Side Effects

Common Side Effects	Severity
Eye redness (conjunctival hyperemia)	Mild to moderate
Itching or irritation	Mild
Darkening of eyelid skin	Reversible with discontinued use
Dry eyes	Mild
Increased eyelash length	Desired effect

⚠️ Rare but Serious Side Effects:

• Eye pain
• Vision changes
• Infection or discharge
• Pigmentation of the iris (permanent in some cases)

Seek immediate medical attention if severe eye pain or vision changes occur.

🔹 Precautions & Warnings

• For external use only
• Use with caution if you have eye infections, intraocular inflammation, or a history of uveitis
• Remove contact lenses before applying
• Not recommended during pregnancy or breastfeeding without doctor supervision
• Do not use with other prostaglandin analogs unless prescribed

🔹 Storage Instructions

• Store at 15°C to 25°C (59°F to 77°F)
• Keep bottle tightly closed when not in use
• Do not freeze
• Use within 4 weeks after opening
• Keep out of reach of children