How should I use bimatoprost topical ophthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label and read all medication guides or instruction sheets. Use the medicine exactly as directed. Using more of this medicine will not make it more effective.
Use this medicine in the evening, unless your doctor tells you otherwise.
Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Bimatoprost topical ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medicine before putting in your contact lenses.
Read and carefully follow any Instructions for Use provided with your medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist if you do not understand these instructions.
Wash and thoroughly dry your face before using this medicine. Remove all makeup.
Use only the disposable applicators provided with your medicine to apply it. Do not use the same applicator to treat both eyes. Throw away an applicator after use on one eye.
Apply the medicine directly to the skin of your upper eyelid at the base of your eyelashes. Do not use on the lower eyelid.
Do not place this medicine directly into your eye. Do not touch the tip of the medicine dropper. A contaminated dropper can infect your eye, which could lead to serious vision problems.
It may take up to 2 months before your lash growth improves. The effects of this medicine are not permanent. Your eyelash growth will return to its pretreatment levels after you stop using bimatoprost topical ophthalmic.
Tell your doctor right away if you have an eye injury or eye infection, or if you plan to have eye surgery.
Store at cool room temperature away from moisture and heat. Keep the bottle tightly closed when not in use.