More Information About - Taflan 3ml Eye Drops - 3 ml
Description
Generic Name
Tafluprost
Precaution
Causes changes to pigmented tissues; most frequently reported changes have been of the iris, eyelid, and eyelashes; pigmentation changes of the iris is likely permanent Increases length, color, thickness, and number of eyelashes
Caution with active intraocular inflammation (may exacerbate condition)
Macular edema reported; caution in aphakic patients, in pseudophakic patients with a torn posterior lens capsule, or with known risk factors for macular edema.
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk.
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
Mode of Action
Prostaglandin analog; exact mechanism by which it reduces IOP is unknown, but it is thought to increase uveoscleral outflow
Interaction
N/A
Pregnancy Category Note
Pregnancy Category: C; teratogenic when administered IV in rats and rabbits
Lactation: Unknown whether distributed in breast milk
Adult Dose
Elevated Intraocular Pressure
Indicated for reducing elevated IOP in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension
Instill 1 drop in affected eye(s) once daily in the evening
Child Dose
N/A
Renal Dose
N/A
Administration
Instill into conjunctival sac of affected eye(s)
Do not exceed once daily dosing regimen; more frequent administration of prostaglandin analogs may lessen the IOP lowering effect
Reduction of intraocular pressure starts approximately 2 - 4 hours after first administration with maximum effect reached after 12 hr
If other topical ophthalmics are prescribed, each should be administered 5 minutes apart
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