Consumer Medicine Information (CMI) summary
The
full CMI on the next page has more details. If you are worried about using this medicine,
speak to your doctor or pharmacist.
1. Why am I using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops contains the active ingredient bimatoprost. LUMIGAN® PF eye
drops is used to lower raised pressure in the eye and to treat glaucoma.
2. What should I know before I use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
Check the list of ingredients at the end of the CMI. Do not use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
if you have ever had an allergic reaction to any of them.
Talk to your doctor before you use this medicine if he/she is not aware that you have
any other medical conditions, take any other medicines, or are pregnant or plan to
become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Some medicines may interfere with LUMIGAN® PF eye drops and affect how it works, or
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops may interfere with other medicines and affect how they work.
4. How do I use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
Use one drop in your affected eye(s), according to your doctor's instructions
Use the drops each evening.
5. What should I know while using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
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Things you should do
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Remind any doctor, dentist, pharmacist, or optometrist you visit that you are using
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
Continue to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops every evening unless your doctor tells you to
stop
Keep all your appointments so your condition can be checked.
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Things you should not do
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Do not touch the dropper tip against your eye, eye lid or any surface
Do not stop using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops without checking with your doctor
Do not use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops while you are wearing contact lenses.
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Driving or using machines
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Wait until your vision clears after using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops before driving or
using machines.
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Drinking alcohol
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There is no information on the effects of using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops with alcohol.
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Looking after your medicine
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Follow all instructions on the carton and label
Store it in a cool dry place, below 25°C, away from moisture, heat, or sunlight.
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6. Are there any side effects?
The most common side effects include red, congested eyes, growth of eyelashes, itching
or irritation of the eye. Note that side effects can occur in other parts of the
body, including serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis).
Active ingredient:
bimatoprost (bim-at-oh-prost)
Full Consumer Medicine Information (CMI)
This leaflet provides important information about using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops. You should also speak to your doctor or pharmacist if you would like further information
or if you have any concerns or questions about using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops.
Where to find information in this leaflet:
1. Why am I using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops contains the active ingredient bimatoprost.
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops is used to lower raised pressure in the eye and to treat glaucoma.
Glaucoma is a condition in which the pressure of fluid in the eye may be high. However,
some people with glaucoma may have normal eye pressure. Glaucoma is usually caused
by a build up of the fluid which flows through the eye. This build up occurs because
the fluid drains out of your eye more slowly than it is being pumped in. Since new
fluid continues to enter the eye, joining the fluid already there, the pressure continues
to rise. This raised pressure may damage the back of the eye resulting in gradual
loss of sight. Damage can progress so slowly that the person is not aware of this
gradual loss of sight. Sometimes even normal eye pressure is associated with damage
to the back of the eye.
There are usually no symptoms of glaucoma. The only way of knowing that you have
glaucoma is to have your eye pressure, optic nerve, and visual field checked by an
eye specialist or optometrist. If glaucoma is not treated it can lead to serious
problems, including total blindness. In fact, untreated glaucoma is one of the most
common causes of blindness.
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops lower the pressure in the eye by helping the flow of fluid out
of the eye chamber.
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops can be used alone or together with other eyedrops/medicines
to lower raised pressure within your eyes.
Although LUMIGAN® PF eye drops help control your condition, they will not cure it.
Your doctor may have prescribed this medication for another reason. Ask your doctor
if you have any questions about why LUMIGAN®PF eye drops have been prescribed for
you.
2. What should I know before I use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
Warnings
Do not use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops if:
you are allergic to bimatoprost, or any of the ingredients listed at the end of this
leaflet.
The vial is broken, the packaging shows signs of tampering, or the product does not
look quite right.
Check with your doctor if:
you have or have had inflammation in the eye, such as uveitis
you have had eye surgery
your eye does not have a lens
your eye has an artificial lens, following cataract surgery
the capsule ("bag") that normally holds the eye's lens in place is torn, or ruptured
you have had other problems with your eyes, such as inflammation or swelling of the
light sensitive part of the eye known as the macula, a diabetes-related eye condition
you have a diabetes-related eye condition, such as diabetic retinopathy or blockage
of a retinal vein
you have or have had low blood pressure or a slow heartbeat
you have or have had problems with your lungs or airways
you have or have had problems with your liver or kidneys
you take any medicines for any other condition.
you have had an allergy to any medicines or any other substances, such as foods, preservatives
or dyes
During treatment, you may be at risk of developing certain side effects. It is important
you understand these risks and how to monitor for them. See additional information
under Section
6. Are there any side effects?
It is not known if LUMIGAN® PF eye drops are safe and useful for children and adolescents
under 18 years.
Pregnancy and breastfeeding
Make sure your doctor is aware that you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant or
are breastfeeding or intend to breastfeed.
Cosmetic effects
Before you start using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops your doctor should tell you that some
changes to your eyes may occur which may be permanent.
During treatment, LUMIGAN® PF may cause a loss of fat around the eye, which may cause
your eyelid crease to deepen, your eye to appear sunken, your upper eyelid to droop,
the skin around your eye to tighten and the lower white part of your eye to become
more visible. The changes are typically mild, but if pronounced, they can affect your
field of vision. The changes may disappear if you stop taking LUMIGAN® PF.
Eyelashes may also grow longer and thicker, and eyelashes, the skin around the eye
and the coloured part of the eye (iris) may become darker. If only one eye is being
treated the cosmetic differences between the eyes may be noticeable. None of these
changes affect vision. If you have any concerns, ask your doctor or pharmacist.
Hair may grow where LUMIGAN® PF contacts the skin. It is important to use as directed.
3. What if I am taking other medicines?
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medicines, including any
medicines, vitamins or supplements that you buy without a prescription from your pharmacy,
supermarket or health food shop.
Some medicines may interfere with LUMIGAN® PF eye drops and affect how it works; while
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops may affect how other medicines work.
Medicines that may
reduce
the effect of LUMIGAN® PF eye drops and where LUMIGAN® PF eye drops may reduce their
effect include:
other eye drops in the same class as LUMIGAN® PF eye drops, such as latanoprost, tafluprost,
and travoprost.
Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure about what medicines, vitamins
or supplements you are taking and if these affect LUMIGAN® PF eye drops.
4. How do I use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
Follow all directions given to you by your doctor carefully. The directions may differ
from the information contained in this leaflet.
How much to use
Your doctor will tell you how many drops you need to use each day. Use LUMIGAN® PF
eye drops only as prescribed by your doctor.
The usual dose of LUMIGAN® PF eye drops is one drop in your affected eye(s), according
to your doctor's instructions.
When to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
Use the drops each evening.
Use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops every day, at about the same time each day, unless your
doctor tells you otherwise. Using your eye drops at the same time each day will have
the best effect on your eye pressure. It will also help you remember when to use
the eye drops.
In some instances, LUMIGAN® PF eye drops needs to be used with other eye drops. Your
doctor will let you know which drops, how to use them, and how long to use them.
If you are using more than one eye drop product, wait 5 minutes before using the second
product. If you are also using an eye ointment, instill the eye ointment last.
If you are being changed from one eye drop to another, follow your doctor’s instructions
carefully as to when to stop the old drops and when to start the new drops.
How to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
These drops are for use in your eyes only.
You may find it easier to put drops in your eye while you are sitting or lying down.
If you are wearing soft contact lenses, remove them before putting the drops in your
eye.
Make sure that the ampoule is intact before use.
The solution should be used immediately after opening.
1. Wash your hands well with soap and water before use
2. Tear 1 ampoule from the strip.
3. Hold the ampoule upright (with the cap pointing upwards) and twist off the cap.
4. Gently pull down the lower eyelid to form a pocket. Turn the ampoule upside down and
squeeze it to release 1 drop into the affected eye(s).
5. While your eye is closed, place your index finger against the inside corner of your
eye and press against your nose for about two minutes. This will help to stop the
medicine from draining through the tear duct to the nose and throat, from where it
can be absorbed into other parts of your body. Ask your doctor for more specific instructions
on this technique.
6. Throw away the ampoule after you have used it, even if there is some solution left.
7. Wash your hands again with soap and water to remove any residue.
Wait 15 minutes before replacing your contact lenses.
If a drop misses your eye, try again. Wipe off any excess that runs down the cheek.
Be careful not to touch the dropper tip against your eye, eyelid or anything else
to avoid injury and contaminating the eye drops.
If you forget to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
It is important that you use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops at the same time each evening.
If you forget to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops and it is almost time for your next dose, use your drops at the usual time the next evening.
If you miss your dose and remember through the night or in the morning, use the drops as soon as you remember and go back to using them at your usual time.
If you are not sure whether to skip the dose, talk to your doctor or pharmacist.
Do not use double the number of drops to make up for the dose you missed.
If you use too much LUMIGAN® PF eye drops
Immediately rinse your eyes with warm water.
If LUMIGAN® PF eye drops is accidentally swallowed
You should immediately:
phone the Poisons Information Centre
(by calling
13 11 26 in Australia or
0800 POISON (0800 764 766) in New Zealand), or
contact your doctor, or
go to the Emergency Department at your nearest hospital.
You should do this even if there appear to be no signs of discomfort or poisoning.
5. What should I know while using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
Things you should do
Continue to use LUMIGAN® PF eye drops every evening unless your doctor tells you to
stop. LUMIGAN® PF eye drops helps to control your condition but does not cure it.
Use all the medication prescribed to treat your eye condition.
Keep all your doctor's appointments so that your condition can be monitored, and your
eye pressure can be checked.
Tell your doctor if you think your condition is not improving while using LUMIGAN®
PF eye drops.
Call your doctor straight away if you:
develop any problems with your eye(s), such as, trauma, change of vision, infection
in the eye or eyelid, or have eye surgery
become pregnant while using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops.
Remind any doctor, dentist, pharmacist, or optometrist you visit that you are using
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops.
Things you should not do
Do not touch the dropper tip against your eye, eyelid or anything else, to avoid contaminating
the eye drops.
Do not stop using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops without checking with your doctor. Your eye
pressure can rise again and may cause damage to your eye.
Driving or using machines
Your vision may be blurred after using LUMIGAN® PF eye drops. Wait until your vision
clears before driving or using machines.
Looking after your medicine
Follow the instructions on the carton and label on how to take care of your medicine
properly.
Store it in a cool dry place away from moisture, heat or sunlight; for example:
do not store it in the bathroom or near a sink, or
do not store it in the car or on window sills.
Keep it where young children cannot reach it.
When to discard your medicine
For the 30 x 0.4 mL pack, use the ampoules within 30 days after opening the pouch.
Each ampoule is intended for a single treatment in the affected eye(s). Discard the
ampoule immediately after use.
Getting rid of any unwanted medicine
If your doctor advises that you no longer need to use this medicine or it is out of
date, take it to any pharmacy for safe disposal.
Do not use this medicine after the expiry date has passed.
6. Are there any side effects?
All medicines can have side effects. If you do experience any side effects, most
of them are minor and temporary. However, some side effects may need medical attention.
See the information below and, if you need to, ask your doctor or pharmacist if you
have any further questions about side effects.
Less serious side effects
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Less serious side effects
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What to do
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Effects on the eye(s):
red, congested eyes
itching or irritation of the eye
small spots on the eye surface
feeling of something in the eye
dry eye
growth of eyelashes
redness in or around eye or eyelid
watery eyes
inflamed eyelids
eye discomfort
eye strain
burning of the eye and nearby eyelid
itchy eye and eyelid
inflammation inside the eye swelling of the surface of the eye
sensitivity to light
darkening of the area around the eye
eyelash darkening
darkening of the coloured part of the eye (iris)
more often, the following effects have been seen: loss of fat in the eye region which
can lead to deepening of your eyelid crease, sunken eye, drooping eyelid, tightening
of the skin around your eye, and the lower white part of your eye to become more visible.
Effects on the body as a whole:
headache
feeling weak and tired
symptoms of a cold such as runny nose or nasal congestion
excessive or abnormal hair growth in areas where the product repeatedly comes into
contact with the skin
nausea
dizziness
allergic skin reaction (rash, itching, hives)
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Speak to your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects and they worry
you.
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Serious side effects
Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you notice anything else that may be making you
feel unwell.
Other side effects not listed here may occur in some people.
Reporting side effects
After you have received medical advice for any side effects you experience, you can
report side effects to the Therapeutic Goods Administration online at
www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems in Australia or to
https://nzphvc.otago.ac.nz/reporting/ in New Zealand. By reporting side effects, you can help provide more information
on the safety of this medicine.
Always make sure you speak to your doctor or pharmacist before you decide to stop
taking any of your medicines.
7. Product details
This medicine is only available with a doctor's prescription.
What LUMIGAN® PF eye drops contains
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Active ingredient
(main ingredient)
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bimatoprost
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Other ingredients
(inactive ingredients)
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citric acid monohydrate
dibasic sodium phosphate heptahydrate
hydrochloric acid
purified water
sodium chloride
sodium hydroxide
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Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to any of these ingredients.
What LUMIGAN® PF eye drops looks like
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops is a clear, colourless solution supplied in single-use plastic
ampoules. Each ampoule contains 0.4 mL of liquid. Ampoules are packaged in 5 ampoule
and 30 ampoule packs. (AUST R 199469).
5 x 0.4 mL ampoules are connected in a strip and packed into a carton.
30 x 0.4 mL ampoules. Two of each 5 dose ampoule strips are packed in an aluminium
pouch. Three pouches are then packed in a carton.
(Not all presentations may be available).
Who distributes LUMIGAN® PF eye drops?
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops eye drops are distributed in Australia by:
AbbVie Pty Ltd
241 O’Riordan Street
Mascot NSW 2020
Australia
LUMIGAN® PF eye drops eye drops are distributed in New Zealand by:
AbbVie Limited
6th Floor, 156-158 Victoria St
Wellington, 6011
New Zealand
This leaflet was prepared in Aug 2023.
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