Bimatoprost

Glaucoma eye drop (prostaglandin)
PRESCRIPTION ONLY IN INDIA

Bimatoprost is a glaucoma eye drop (prostaglandin) found in 1 medicine sold in India, such as Lumigan 0.01%. Below: what it is for, how it works, how to take it, side effects, interactions and pregnancy advice.

What it is used for

Lowers pressure inside the eye in glaucoma and high eye pressure.

How it works

A prostaglandin eye drop for glaucoma; a cosmetic version lengthens eyelashes.

How to take it

One drop in the evening.

Common side effects

  • Red eyes
  • Itching
  • Darker iris and eyelids
  • Longer eyelashes

Get medical help straight away if

Eye pain, sudden vision change or red, painful eye

Be careful

Can slowly darken the coloured part of the eye and lengthen eyelashes; use daily as prescribed, usually in the evening.

Other medicines and interactions

Do not combine with other prostaglandin drops.

Pregnancy and breastfeeding

Ask your eye doctor before use in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Brands of Bimatoprost (1)

Lumigan 0.01%

Common questions

What is Bimatoprost used for?

Lowers pressure inside the eye in glaucoma and high eye pressure.

How does Bimatoprost work?

A prostaglandin eye drop for glaucoma; a cosmetic version lengthens eyelashes.

How should I take Bimatoprost?

One drop in the evening.

What are the side effects of Bimatoprost?

Common: Red eyes, itching, darker iris and eyelids, longer eyelashes. Get help straight away for: Eye pain, sudden vision change or red, painful eye.

Does Bimatoprost interact with other medicines?

Do not combine with other prostaglandin drops.

Is Bimatoprost safe in pregnancy and breastfeeding?

Ask your eye doctor before use in pregnancy and breastfeeding.

Does Bimatoprost need a prescription in India?

Yes. In India it is a prescription (Schedule H) medicine, so a pharmacist should sell it only with a doctor's prescription.

Which brands contain Bimatoprost?

Lumigan 0.01%.

Sources and further reading

NHS (UK National Health Service) and MedlinePlus (US National Library of Medicine) are free, reviewed medicine guides. Brand names and doses there may differ from India.

Last reviewed 31 October 2026. Written by Satya Babu from standard prescribing information.

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For information only, not medical advice. This page is a plain-language summary written from standard prescribing information and the public guides linked below. Brands sometimes change their formula, so always check the composition printed on the pack. Doses here are typical adult doses; yours may differ. Do not start, stop or change a medicine without your doctor or pharmacist, and keep all medicines away from children. In an emergency, call 112 (India) or your local emergency number.