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Tafluprost - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Tafluprost Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Tafluprost, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.

The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.

Additionally, explore the Tafluprost brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Tafluprost
ICD Code : Y56.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antiglaucoma Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Tafluprost

International :


Zioptan

Why is Tafluprost Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a prostaglandin analogue, prescribed for raised intraocular pressure in open angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the flow of natural eye fluids.

What is the dosage of Tafluprost?

Ophthalmic- Instill One drop in the affected eye(s) once daily in the evening.

How should Tafluprost be taken?

It comes as eye drops to instill into the affected eyes as directed by your physician.

What are the warnings and precautions for Tafluprost?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of closed angle glaucoma, congenital glaucoma (present from birth), eye inflammation, who are using contact lenses, accumulation of pigment particles in the drainage channels of the eye, aphakia (people with no lens), liver or kidney impairment, blocked retinal vein, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breast feeding.

• It should not be used in children.

What are the side effects of Tafluprost?

Most Common - Red eyes.
Eye - Eye pain, itching, irritation or discomfort, foreign body sensation, dry or watery eyes, swelling, dark circle, discharge from eyes, blurred vision, headache, decreased vision, painful inflammation of the iris of the eye.

What are the other precautions for Tafluprost?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Tafluprost?

Store it in refrigerator (2-8°C).

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