What are prostaglandin analogs?
prostaglandin analogues, also called prostaglandin analogs, are a type of drugs prescribed to lower intraocular pressure or pressure in the eye. The doctor may prescribe them to patients with glaucoma or eye hypertension. They work by reducing water humor or eye fluid accumulation to reduce pressure. Three examples of these drugs include grass, latanoprost and bimatostprost. Prostaglandin analogs can help prevent visual loss and optical nerve damage. Patients can be prescribed more than one type of eye drop. Those who use more than one eye medication should expect at least five minutes. Precise information about prescribing will vary depending on the prescribed drug and patient needs. Usually the patient will have to use one drop of prostaglandin analogue once a day on the affected eye.
Patients may be instructed to remove their contact lenses, if possible, before using drops. After washing hands, the patient should slightly tilt his head and gently pull the lower knowČKU down to create a “pocket”. Medicines should be carefully dropped into your pocket. Patients should then close their eyes for several minutes and avoid their touch.
Some side effects may occur when the prostaglandin analogues should be used to be reported to the prescribing physician if they become serious. Patients may have eye irritation, eye pain or headaches. Eyes may feel uncomfortable, feeling a strange body in them and can also become itching, red or dry. Some patients may notice the crusts of eyelids or algae thickening or darkening the lids. Some patients may notice that the iris has brown, which can be permanent.
More serious side effects require immediate medical care. Patients should inform their doctor if they develop a pink eye or unusual light sensitivity. The eyelids can also become swollen and red. Some patients rarelyThey reported upper respiratory tract infections.
Before using prostaglandin analogues to treat high introocular pressure, patients should publish their other health conditions, medicines and supplements. Patients who are pregnant or breastfeeding should discuss possible risks with their doctors. Prostaglandin analogs may not be used by those with eye injury, eye inflammation or eye infections, as well as those with kidney or liver disease.