Rescula - Unoprostone Isopropyl - Ophthalmic Brand Drug

General Information

• Below is miscellaneous information regarding Rescula.
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Rescula Storage Instructions

• Store in a cool, dry place between 36 and 77 degrees F (2 to 25 degrees C).

Possible Side Effects

• Burning/stinging, itching, and irritation of the eye(s), eye dryness, eyelid swelling, watery eyes, dizziness, headache, or changes in the length of eyelashes may occur.
• If these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor promptly.
• Tell your doctor immediately if you have any of these serious side effects.

Medicinal Applications

• This medication is used to treat increased pressure within the eye(s) (open-angle glaucoma) in patients who are not able to use, or have not responded well to, other anti-glaucoma medications.
• Controlling glaucoma can help prevent blindness.

Drug Compatibility Recommendations

• Tell your doctor of all prescription and nonprescription medication you may use, especially of.

Rescula Miscellaneous Notes

• Do not share this medication with others.

Overdose

• If overdose is suspected, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.
• This medicine may be harmful if swallowed.
• If this medicine is taken by mouth, contact your local poison control center or emergency room immediately.

Usage Instructions

• To apply eye drops, wash your hands first.
• To avoid contamination, do not touch the dropper tip or let it touch your eye or any other surface.
• If you wear contact lens, remove them before using this medication and keep them out of your eyes for at least 15 minutes after applying the medication.
• For best results, this medication must be used routinely, usually one drop in the affected eye(s) twice daily, or as directed by your doctor.
• Continue using this medication for the full time prescribed.
• Tilt your head back, gaze upward, and pull down the lower eyelid to make a pouch.
• Place dropper directly over the eye and instill the prescribed number of drops in the eye.
• Look downward and gently close your eye for 1 to 2 minutes.
• Place one finger at the corner of the eye near the nose and apply gentle pressure.
• This will prevent the medication from draining away from the eye.
• Try not to blink and do not rub the eye.
• Do not rinse the dropper.
• Replace the dropper cap after each use.
• If you are using another kind of eye medication (for example, drops or ointments), wait at least five minutes before applying other medications.
• Use eye drops before eye ointments to allow the eye drops to enter the eye.

What To Do In Case Of Missed Dose

• If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember.
• If it is near the time of the next dose, skip the missed dose and resume your usual dosing schedule.
• Do not double the dose to catch up.

Read Before Using Rescula (precautions)

• Tell your doctor your medical history, including.