Rhopress 0.2mg Eye Drop 2.5ml

Short Description

Rhopress 0.2mg Eye Drop 2.5ml is a medicine used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension by reducing the pressure inside the eyes.

Dosage Form

Eye Drop

Introduction

Rhopress 0.2mg Eye Drop 2.5ml is a medicine used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It helps reduce the pressure inside the eyes. This way it helps treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. Use it only on the affected eye. Read the label carefully for instruction before using the medicine. Use it in the exact dose and duration as advised by the doctor or as instructed in the label. Wash your hands before using this medicine. Remove contact lenses before instilling the medicine in your eyes and do not put them back for at least 15 minutes following its administration. Continue using it for as long as the doctor as prescribed or as long as you need to.

This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.

Side Effects

Conjunctival hyperemia Eye pain Conjunctival hemorrhage Eye redness Corneal staining Blurred vision Increased lacrimation Reduced visual acuity

Breastfeeding Warning

Consult with your doctor before using this medicine if you are breastfeeding.

Pregnancy Warning

Consult with your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant.

Rhopress 0.2mg Eye Drop 2.5ml contains Netarsudil, a rho kinase inhibitor, which is believed to reduce the pressure inside the eyes called intraocular pressure (IOP) by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor through the trabecular meshwork route.

Remove contact lenses before using Rhopress 0.2mg Eye Drop 2.5ml Wait at least 15 minutes before re-inserting them. Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute immediately after putting the medication. Put one drop 2-3 times daily in the affected eye(s). Do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface. When applying multiple eye medications, wait for at least 5-15 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution of the medicine.