Lumigan

What is Lumigan?
Main active ingredient: Bimatoprost

Lumigan contains 0.03% of the active ingredient Bimatoprost, a type of drug called a prostaglandin analog, which increases eyelash growth by up to 25% longer, 106% thicker, and 18% more color. This is an eyelash growth and thickening agent that has been reported in clinical trials to thicken eyelashes. Lumigan is developed and sold by Allergan in the United States and contains the same ingredients as Latisse, an eyelash thickening agent.

Lumigan is an excellent eyelash growth and thickening agent that can lengthen and thicken eyelashes with a simple treatment that is applied topically to the roots of the upper eyelashes once a day.

The active ingredient bimatoprost received official approval from the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) in 2009 to treat eyelash hypotrichosis, and the Japanese Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has approved it as “Glash Vista” since 2014. )” is a drug approved under the brand name.

Lumigan (active ingredient bimatoprost) was originally an eye drop prescribed to treat glaucoma, but after an unexpected side effect was found to increase eyelash growth, it was developed and sold as an eyelash growth and hair thickening agent. became.

Lumigan, an eyelash growth and thickening agent, is not applied like eye drops, but is applied once a day along the eyelash line of the upper eyelid, resulting in longer, thicker, and darker eyelashes. We will gradually encourage the growth of

To achieve visible eyelash thickening effects, Lumigan must be applied daily for at least two months. As long as you continue to use Lumigan, the quality and quantity of your eyelashes will continue to improve, but once you stop using Lumigan, your eyelashes will return to their original state.

Many women wear mascara, eyelash extensions, and false eyelashes to make their eyelashes look longer, but these methods are actually very bad for the health of your eyes and eyelashes. Frequent use of mascara and false eyelashes can damage and weaken your eyelashes.

Lumigan, an eyelash growth and thickening agent containing the active ingredient bimatoprost, safely supports the natural regrowth of longer, darker and thicker eyelashes.

Lumigan efficacy
The active ingredient bimatoprost belongs to a group of drugs called prostamide components. Used to lower intraocular pressure in glaucoma or intraocular hypertension.

The active ingredient bimatoprost is a structural analog of prostaglandin F2α, which has the effect of increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eye and lowering intraocular pressure.

Although the exact mechanism of action of the active ingredient bimatoprost for eyelash growth and hair thickening effects is still unknown, it has an eyelash growth effect by increasing the length of the growth phase of the eyelash hair cycle and creating more hair follicles during the hair growth cycle. It is believed to bring about

How to use Lumigan
1) Preparation
Wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water and wash your face.
Dry the face and eye area completely.
If you are wearing contact lenses, please remove them.
2) Apply Lumigan
Apply Lumigan along the upper eyelash line with an applicator (special brush) or a thin eye makeup brush.
After applying, keep your eyes closed for a while to allow the solution to soak in.
One application with an applicator or brush is enough to apply the right amount to the eyelashes.
Lumigan should not be applied to the lower eyelids, so be careful when applying it.
Hair growth can also occur in other skin areas that are frequently touched by the solution, so be careful not to get the solution on other skin areas.
Always discard each applicator after one use. Reusing the same applicator again the next day can cause serious problems such as eye infections and allergic reactions.
When you stop using Lumigan, your eyelashes will gradually return to their original state.
Lumigan side effects
1) Common side effects
redness of eyes
itch
2) Rare side effects
eyelid pigmentation
Eye color becomes darker and discolored
If Lumigan accidentally comes into contact with the eyes, several side effects may occur, including dry eyes and darkening of the skin on the eyelids.
Lumigan Contraindicated drugs and drugs to be careful about concomitant use
Brimonidine
Dorzolamide
Latanoprost
Timolol
travoprost
Rescula
Tafluprost
travatan
In addition, there are some medicines and supplements that can be dangerous when taken together, so please inform your doctor or pharmacist of all the medicines you are taking and check for contraindications and cautionary medicines.

Lumigan precautions
Avoid using Lumigan if you have eye conditions such as uveitis or conjunctivitis, macular edema, severe allergies, or upper eyelid skin infections.
Pregnant women should not use Lumigan.
It is recommended that you avoid using Lumigan if you are breastfeeding.
The active ingredient in Lumigan lowers intraocular pressure, so if you are already taking other medications that lower IOP due to intraocular hypertension or glaucoma, consult your eye doctor before using Lumigan. .
How to store Lumigan
Store Lumigan at room temperature between 15°C and 30°C. Please keep away from light and high temperatures.

Do not store this medication in damp or damp areas, such as the bathroom.