Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML

Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML are used for the following:

• Reducing elevated pressure inside the eye

• Managing open-angle glaucoma

• Treating ocular hypertension

• Lowering intraocular pressure in adults

• Providing alternative therapy for preservative-sensitive patients

• Controlling eye pressure when first-line treatments fail

• Supporting long-term eye pressure management

• Improving uveoscleral outflow of eye fluid

Follow these instructions while using Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML:

• Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water before handling the drops.

• Tilt your head backwards and gently pull down your lower eyelid to create a pocket.

• Hold the dropper above your eye without touching any surface with the tip.

• Instill one drop into the affected eye(s) as directed by your doctor.

• Close your eyes gently and press the inner corner of your eye for about one minute.

• Blot any excess solution around the eye with a clean tissue.

• Wait at least five minutes before using any other eye drops.

• Store unopened drops in the refrigerator and opened bottles at room temperature.

Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML are instilled topically.

Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML contains travoprost (0.004%), which works on the eye as follows:

• Prostaglandin Receptor Binding: Travoprost binds to specific prostaglandin F (FP) receptors in the eye tissues, particularly in the ciliary muscle bundles.

• Enhanced Uveoscleral Outflow: It increases the drainage of aqueous humour (fluid inside the eye) through the uveoscleral pathway, which is one of the main drainage routes for eye fluid.

• Intraocular Pressure Reduction: By improving fluid drainage from the eye, travoprost effectively lowers the pressure inside the eye, which helps protect the optic nerve from damage.

• Rapid Onset of Action: The medicine begins working within approximately two hours after instillation, with maximum pressure-lowering effect occurring between 12 to 24 hours.

• Sustained Pressure Control: The pressure-lowering effect continues throughout the dosing interval, providing consistent control with once-daily administration.

• Store unopened Xovatra 0.04 MG Eye Drops 2.5 ML in a refrigerator.

• After opening, keep at room temperature.

• Protect from light and excessive heat; never freeze the medicine.

• Keep out of reach and sight of children.

• Discard the bottle 28 days after opening, even if the solution remains.

• Do not use after the expiry date printed on the packaging.

• If you have glaucoma or high eye pressure, maintain regular moderate exercise like walking, which may help reduce intraocular pressure (pressure inside your eyes).

• Limit caffeine intake from coffee, tea, and energy drinks as some studies suggest excessive caffeine consumption may temporarily increase eye pressure.