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Glaucoma and elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) can be treated using a topical eye drop called careprost. It can also be applied to the eyelashes to make them thicker and longer. Bimatoprost, a prostaglandin analogue, is the active ingredient in Careprost. Prostaglandins are endogenous chemicals with a role in controlling intraocular fluid pressure. In order to reduce intraocular pressure, bimatoprost boosts tear production.
Bimatoprost has been proven to stimulate eyelash development in addition to its glaucoma and IOP-lowering benefits. This effect is achieved by expanding the proportion of hairs in the active (growth) anagen phase of the follicle. Hair grows most rapidly during the anagen phase, which is also the longest period of the hair development cycle.
Careprost is used once a day to apply to the eyelids. The eye drop must be used exactly as prescribed. Do not apply an extra dose to make up for a missed one. Just use the next dose when it's due.
Although it does not treat glaucoma or excessive IOP, careprost can make it more manageable. Careprost works best when used as prescribed, in conjunction with routine eye exams to check intraocular pressure.
Talk to your doctor before using Careprost if you want your eyelashes to grow longer and darker. They're there to answer any questions you have and help you decide if Careprost is the best choice.
More details on using Careprost to lengthen eyelashes are provided below.
Bimatoprost has been proven to stimulate eyelash development in addition to its glaucoma and IOP-lowering benefits. This effect is achieved by expanding the proportion of hairs in the active (growth) anagen phase of the follicle. Hair grows most rapidly during the anagen phase, which is also the longest period of the hair development cycle.
Careprost is used once a day to apply to the eyelids. The eye drop must be used exactly as prescribed. Do not apply an extra dose to make up for a missed one. Just use the next dose when it's due.
Although it does not treat glaucoma or excessive IOP, careprost can make it more manageable. Careprost works best when used as prescribed, in conjunction with routine eye exams to check intraocular pressure.
Talk to your doctor before using Careprost if you want your eyelashes to grow longer and darker. They're there to answer any questions you have and help you decide if Careprost is the best choice.
More details on using Careprost to lengthen eyelashes are provided below.
- It is placed at the outside edges of the top lid, close to where the eyelashes begin.
- Never put the eye drop directly into your eye.
- The anticipated outcome could be delayed by a few months.
- Careprost's results are only temporary.
- Your eyelashes will revert to their previous length and thickness if you stop using Careprost.