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The brand Lumigan 0.03%/3 ml comes from India manufactured by Abbvie. It is available in the quantity of one and three, 3 ml bottles.

Lumigan Information

Lumigan (Bimatoprost) is primarily prescribed to lower elevated intraocular pressure in individuals with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Its active ingredient is bimatoprost. It falls under the class of drugs known as prostaglandin analogs, though more specifically, it's often referred to as a synthetic prostamide. This medication appears to work by mimicking natural compounds in the body to increase the outflow of aqueous humor (the fluid produced inside the eye) through both the uveoscleral and trabecular drainage pathways.

In conditions like open-angle glaucoma, the eye's natural drainage system becomes sluggish, leading to a buildup of fluid that puts mechanical stress on the optic nerve that connects the eyes to the brain. Ocular hypertension is essentially the same high-pressure state, but without the detectable nerve damage yet. By lowering pressure to a safer range, Lumigan helps prevent the progressive, irreversible vision loss that occurs when the optic nerve is compromised. It’s a bit of a lifelong management strategy, though, as it doesn't cure the underlying drainage issue but rather keeps the symptoms in check to preserve your sight.

One common side effect of bimatoprost, especially at higher doses, is that it makes eyelashes longer, thicker, and darker by affecting hair follicles. It extends the anagen phase, the active growth phase of hair follicles. This means that the eyelashes spend more time in the growth phase, allowing them to become longer and thicker over time. It also enhances eyelash pigmentation, making them appear darker. This is why it may also be used for eyelash growth in individuals with eyelash hypotrichosis. It has also been reported to be effective in treating eyebrow hypotrichosis and is currently being studied for its potential in treating scalp alopecia and vitiligo.

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Yes, a prescription is required from your physician to order Lumigan 0.03 %/3 ml.