bimto eye drop - Bimatoprost (0.03% w/v) medicine

bimto eye drop

4.6 (19 reviews)
๐Ÿญ Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd ๐Ÿ“ฆ Varies by brand ๐Ÿ’Š Allopathy ๐Ÿ“… Updated: Aug 22, 2026
๐Ÿ“‹ Prescription Required ๐Ÿ’Š Generic Available
Medically Reviewed
SaathiMed Expert Panel | Aug 22, 2026

What is bimto eye drop used for?

Bimat Eye Drop (Bimatoprost) is used to treat OPHTHAL. It contains Bimatoprost (0.03% w/v), which Selective FP receptor agonist; increases aqueous humor outflow through the uveos. Always consult your doctor before use. Take as prescribed.

  • Generic Name: Bimatoprost
  • Manufacturer: Care Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
  • Form: Allopathy
  • Pregnancy Category: C
  • Prescription Required: Yes
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๐Ÿ’Š bimto eye drop Uses & Benefits

Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Off-label uses: Hypotrichosis (to promote eyelash growth)

๐Ÿ“‹ Drug Information

Generic Name(s)Bimatoprost
Brand NameBimat Eye Drop
ManufacturerCare Formulation Labs Pvt Ltd
Packaging / FormVaries by brand (Allopathy)
Therapeutic ClassOPHTHAL
Action ClassPG F2 Alpha analogue
Route of AdministrationOphthalmic (topical to the eye)
StorageStore at 15-25ยฐC (59-77ยฐF); protect from light; keep bottle tightly closed.
Shelf LifeAs per manufacturer

๐Ÿ”ฌ Pharmacology (PK/PD)

Pharmacokinetics

AbsorptionAbsorbed through the cornea; systemic absorption is minimal.
DistributionDistributes to ocular tissues; minimal systemic distribution.
Protein BindingApproximately 88% bound to plasma proteins.
MetabolismMetabolized in the liver via oxidation, N-deethylation, and glucuronidation.
Half-LifeApproximately 45 minutes (plasma); ocular half-life not well defined.
ExcretionPrimarily renal excretion of metabolites.
BioavailabilityLow systemic bioavailability due to minimal absorption.
Onset of ActionReduction of intraocular pressure begins within 4 hours.
Peak Plasma TimeNot applicable due to minimal systemic absorption.
Duration of ActionIntraocular pressure reduction lasts at least 24 hours.

How It Works

Selective FP receptor agonist; increases aqueous humor outflow through the uveoscleral pathway.

Mechanism Steps

1Binds to FP receptors on ciliary muscle cells.
2Activates G-protein coupled receptor signaling.
3Increases matrix metalloproteinase activity.

๐Ÿ’ก How to Take bimto eye drop

Follow your doctor's prescription exactly.

โš ๏ธ Side Effects of bimto eye drop

โœ… Common Side Effects

  • Conjunctival hyperemia
  • Eye pruritus
  • Eye dryness
  • Burning sensation
  • Eyelash growth
  • Periocular skin darkening

๐Ÿšจ Serious Side Effects

  • Macular edema
  • Iritis
  • Uveitis
  • Cystoid macular edema
  • Retinal detachment

โš ๏ธ Rare Side Effects

  • Iris color darkening
  • Periorbital fat atrophy
  • Asthma exacerbation
  • Allergic contact dermatitis

Consult your doctor if you experience any unusual symptoms.

๐Ÿ”ฌ Drug Interactions

โš ๏ธ DrugSeverityEffect
Latanoprost Major Additive effect on intraocular pressure reduction; increased risk of adverse effects.
Timolol Moderate Additive reduction of intraocular pressure.
Brimonidine Moderate Additive reduction of intraocular pressure.

๐Ÿšจ Major Interactions

  • Latanoprost
  • Travoprost
  • Other prostaglandin analogs

โšก Moderate Interactions

  • Timolol
  • Brimonidine
  • Dorzolamide

โ„น๏ธ Minor Interactions

  • Artificial tears
  • Contact lens solutions

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Food Interactions

No significant food interactions.

๐Ÿท Alcohol Interaction

No known interaction.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Safety & Warnings

๐Ÿšซ Contraindications

Hypersensitivity to bimatoprost or any component; active intraocular inflammation (e.g., uveitis).

๐Ÿ“Š Monitoring Parameters

Intraocular pressure; ocular signs of inflammation or adverse effects; eyelash changes.

๐Ÿคฑ Lactation Safety

Not recommended; excreted in breast milk in animal studies.

๐Ÿ’Š Overdose Management

If accidentally ingested, treat symptomatically; if ocular overdose, flush eye with water.

โฐ Missed Dose

Apply as soon as remembered; if close to next dose, skip missed dose and resume regular schedule.

๐Ÿ‘จโ€โš•๏ธ Reviewed by Expert

SaathiMed Expert Panel

MD, PhD - Pharmacology

Last reviewed on: Aug 22, 2026

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Medical Note: Always consult your doctor before switching medications.

โญ User Reviews

Regular Customer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Verified User Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

This medicine was effective for me. I followed the doctor's advice.

Trusted Reviewer Jul 10, 2026

Effective and reliable. Worked as expected.

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