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Travoprost - Indications, Dosage, Side Effects and Precautions

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Travoprost Medication Information

Discover comprehensive details about Travoprost, 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 Travoprost brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.

Generic Name : Travoprost
Pronunciation : TRAV-oh-prost
ICD Code : Y56.5 Therapeutic Classification : Antiglaucoma Agents

Brand Names or Trade Names of Travoprost

India :

International :


Travatan Z

Why is Travoprost Prescribed? (Indications)

This medication is a synthetic prostaglandin F analogue, prescribed for open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It lowers pressure in the eye by increasing the flow of natural eye fluids out of the eye.

When should Travoprost not be taken? (Contraindications)

Hypersensitivity.

What is the dosage of Travoprost?

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

How should Travoprost 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 Travoprost?

• Caution should be exercised in patients with other types of glaucoma (narrow-angle, neovascular), inflammation in the eye, who ever using lens, any allergy, during children, pregnancy and breastfeeding.

• It may cause blurred vision or sensitive to light, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication.

• Monitor eye pressure regularly while taking this medication.

What are the side effects of Travoprost?

Ocular(Eye) - Abnormal vision, cataract, conjunctivitis and inflammation of eyelid.
Non-Ocular - Allergy, anxiety, back pain, depression, headache, gastrointestinal disorders, hypertension and urinary tract infections.

What are the other precautions for Travoprost?

Avoid excess dosage.

What are the storage conditions for Travoprost?

Store it at 2° - 25°C.

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