5 simple steps

The recommended dose for TRAVATAN Z^® eye drops solution is one drop in the affected eye(s) once per day in the evening. Follow these 5 easy steps.

Before you apply drops: Wash hands thoroughly. Remove contacts if you wear them. Wait 15 minutes after applying drops before reinserting them. Wait 5 minutes between medicine applications if you use more than one type of eyedrop. Place bottle cap in a clean, dry area. Make sure dispenser tip doesn't touch anything, including your eye. Store between 36° to 77°F (2° to 25°C).

Step 1

Remove cap. Hold upside down between thumb and middle finger.

Step 2

Gently tilt head back. Position bottle above eye. (Don't touch eye with dropper tip.)

Step 3

Place finger under eye and gently pull down to create a pocket between the eye and the lower eyelid.

Step 4

Gently squeeze the sides of the bottle to dispense one drop.

Step 5

Keep your head tilted backward and close your eyes for one to two minutes to absorb the medicine into your eye.

Intro 1 2 3 4 5

Next: Punctal Occlusion

Flash 8 is required for this site.

Download the FREE flash player

Punctal occlusion means blocking the tear drainage holes (puncta) to prevent the eye drops from leaving your eyes too quickly. This is done for two reasons — first, to prevent the eyedrops from being absorbed into the bloodstream where they could cause side effects (although TRAVATAN Z^® eye drops solution has few systemic side effects), and second, to keep the medicine in the eye, where it's needed. It's simple. Close your eye(s) and gently press your index finger on the inside corner of one eye and your thumb on the other. Remain like that for two to three minutes.

Previous: How to apply your eyedrops

Do Not Delete This Page ~ Hidden ~ Needed For Sliding Horizontal

Alcon Tell me more about Travatan Z Solution

INDICATIONS AND USAGE
TRAVATAN Z^® (travoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.004% is a prescription medicine indicated for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

Dosage and Administration
The recommended dosage of TRAVATAN Z^® Solution is one drop in the affected eye(s) once a day, in the evening.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
Warnings and Precautions
Pigmentation
Some patients may experience darkening of the iris (the colored part of the eye) which is most noticeable in patients who only receive treatment in one eye. These changes may be permanent.
Eyelash Changes
Patients may also experience growth and thickening of their eyelashes, and/or darkening of the skin around the eye. These changes are usually reversible.

Adverse Reactions
The most common side effect with TRAVATAN Z^® Solution is redness of the eye (also known as ocular hyperemia). Other side effects include eye discomfort, a feeling of something in the eye, eye pain and itching.

Use in Specific Populations
Use in pediatric patients below the age of 16 years is not recommended because of potential safety concerns related to increased pigmentation following long-term chronic use.

You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.

Click here for the full prescribing information.

Copyright ^© 2011 Novartis, The information and materials within this section pertain to the U.S. market only. Not all products are approved in every market and approved labeling and instructions may vary by local country. For market specific product information, see the locations section of this website. See Alcon Privacy Policy and Terms & Conditions for the use of this site.