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TRALVOST EYE DROPS Substitute

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Verified Ingredients and Effects

Uses:

Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension (increased eye pressure)

Medicinal Benefits:

TRALVOST EYE DROPS is a combination drug containing 'ophthalmic medication,' used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye. It contains Travoprost (prostaglandin analog) and Timolol (beta-blocker), primarily used in treating ocular hypertension (high pressure of the eye). Increased pressure if left untreated, it may lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure is too high, it can also lead to loss of sight. Travoprost works by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye) from the eye and reducing eye pressure. Timolol works by decreasing the production of fluid in the eye. 

FAQs

TRALVOST EYE DROPS is a combination drug containing 'ophthalmic medication,' used to treat raised /increased pressure in the eye. Travoprost works by increasing the drainage of aqueous humor (fluid in the eye) from the eye and reducing eye pressure. Timolol works by decreasing the production of fluid in the eye. Collectively, both of them reduce the increased eye pressure.

TRALVOST EYE DROPS contains a preservative named benzalkonium chloride, which may be absorbed by the contact lenses and change the color of contact lenses. So, please remove your lenses before putting TRALVOST EYE DROPS, and you can wear it 15 minutes after using TRALVOST EYE DROPS.

No, TRALVOST EYE DROPS should be taken in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. If you take it in more than the recommended dose, it might cause unpleasant side effects. If you think your symptoms are not improving, please consult your doctor.

Do not stop using TRALVOST EYE DROPS without talking to your doctor. If you suddenly stop using TRALVOST EYE DROPS, you may experience increased eye pressure. It can also lead to loss of sight. Your doctor will probably decrease your dose gradually depending upon your disease condition.

Yes, TRALVOST EYE DROPS is known to cause eye irritation as it contains benzalkonium chloride as a preservative. If you have dry eyes or any cornea disorder, please your doctor before using TRALVOST EYE DROPS as a dose adjustment may be required.

No, TRALVOST EYE DROPS should not be used simultaneously with other eye medications. At least, a gap of 10-15 minutes should be there between using two eye medications.