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Bimatoprost Eye Drop

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Prostaglandin Lumigan Adult

Bimatoprost Eye Drop - What is it for

Bimatoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogues, which is used to treat glaucoma. Glaucoma is a condition where the nerve in the eye is damaged, and is usually associated with increased eye pressure. Untreated glaucoma can affect your eyesight and cause blindness. Bimatoprost helps to lower the pressure in your eye by increasing drainage of fluid in the eye.

Bimatoprost Eye Drop - Additional Information

  • Updated on 6/27/2021 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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