Bimat + Applicators

Developed to target elevated intraocular pressure to alleviate risk of damage.

Strengths: 3ml

Medicine details

Alternative names

Lumigan

Therapeutic class

Anti-glaucoma

Pharmacological class

Prostaglandin Analogue

Known off-label uses

hypotrichosis of the eyelashes

Contraindications

hypersensitivity to bimatoprost

Precautions and warnings

may cause irreversible eye pigmentation

Minor side effects

eye irritation; conjunctival hyperaemia

Moderate side effects

eye itching; pigmentation of eyelid skin

Serious side effects

cystoid macular oedema — requires immediate medical attention

Dosage forms

Eye drops, solution

Administration route

Ocular use

Patient summary

Developed to target elevated intraocular pressure to alleviate risk of damage.

Prescription status

POM

Manufacturer

Allergan

Onset Time

4–8 hours

Duration

24 hours

Storage instructions

Store below 25°C.

Age restrictions

Not generally recommended for children.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Pregnancy: Use only if clearly necessary. Breastfeeding: Use with caution.

Mechanism of action

A prostaglandin F2α analogue that increases the outflow of aqueous humour from the eye.

Bimat + Applicators

Developed to target elevated intraocular pressure to alleviate risk of damage.

Editorial Notes

  • Active ingredient(s): Bimatoprost
  • Listed indication(s): Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension

Available option

  • 3 bottles - 3 ml908-3-ml-9612