What is TRAVOPROST used for?

TRAVOPROST (brand name Travatan Z) is a Glaucoma Agent indicated for See full prescribing information.

What are the most common side effects of TRAVOPROST?

Reported side effects vary by individual. The side-effects section on this page lists the events most frequently reported to FDA FAERS for TRAVOPROST. FAERS is voluntary reporting, so it reflects what was reported, not absolute incidence.

Is TRAVOPROST the same as Travatan Z?

Travatan Z is a brand name for TRAVOPROST. They share the same active ingredient and FDA-approved indications. Biosimilars and authorised generics may differ in inactive ingredients such as buffers or preservatives.

TRAVOPROST

Q: How does TRAVOPROST work?

TRAVOPROST works through the following mechanism: 12.1 Mechanism of Action Travoprost free acid, a prostaglandin analog is a selective FP prostanoid receptor agonist, which is believed to reduce IOP by increasing uveoscleral outflow. The exact mechanism of action is unknown at this time..

Glaucoma Agent

Brand names: Travatan Z, Travatan

Ophthalmic

Mechanism of Action

12.1 Mechanism of Action Travoprost free acid, a prostaglandin analog is a selective FP prostanoid receptor agonist, which is believed to reduce IOP by increasing uveoscleral outflow. The exact mechanism of action is unknown at this time.

Indications

See full prescribing information

Contraindications

• 4 CONTRAINDICATIONS None. None (4)

FDA Warnings

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS • Pigmentation: Pigmentation of the iris, periorbital tissue (eyelid), and eyelashes can occur
TRAVATAN Z should be used with caution in aphakic patients, in pseudophakic patients with a torn posterior lens capsule, or in patients with known risk factors for macular edema

Known Side Effects

6 documented side effects by frequency

Drug Not Working

1-10%

Fatigue

0.1-1%

Blurred Vision

0.1-1%

Dizziness

0.1-1%

Headache

0.1-1%

Shortness of Breath

0.1-1%

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Primary sources

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DailyMed FDA label search → TRAVOPROST openFDA label JSON → TRAVOPROST FAERS adverse-event reports → TRAVOPROST ClinicalTrials.gov → completed Phase 2+ trials of TRAVOPROST

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Formulations

Dosage Forms

Tablet

Route

Ophthalmic