When diagnosed with glaucoma, treatment is necessary without delay using the highest quality medicines available, otherwise there is a possibility of rapid loss of vision, up to complete blindness. Fortunately, modern pharmacies offer a fairly large range of medications that allow you to deal with eye diseases. Eye drops "Taflotan" have a good reputation, reviews of the effectiveness of which are mostly positive.
What and how much?
As many people say, Taflotan eye drops inspire confidence, since this medicine is produced in Finland. Finnish pharmaceutical companies have long established an excellent reputation as reliable manufacturers of high-quality and effective products. This allows you to trust the drug, as evidenced by the reviews - as noted by those who used the drug, Taflotan eye drops (instructions for use, of course, must be followed) have a good effect on glaucoma.
In pharmacies for one pack of Taflotan eye drops they ask from 500 to 900 rubles. The price, admittedly, is high, at the same time, reviews confirmthe effectiveness of the drug, and many who used the medication agree that the remedy is worth the money. For those who are not ready to spend such amounts on their he alth, pharmacies offer analogues of Taflotan. The cheapest drugs on sale are domestically produced, but their effectiveness (according to many patients and doctors) is much lower than that of Finnish medicines.
What to replace with?
Analogues of Taflotan eye drops, presented in most domestic pharmacies:
- Arutimol.
- Ocumed.
- Trusopt.
And if in more detail?
"Arutimol" shows good results in different types of glaucoma, is relatively inexpensive - up to a hundred rubles per pack. It has, in comparison with Taflotan eye drops, side effects, contraindications - a fairly wide list listed in the instructions for use.
"Ocumed" is a good opportunity to use the drug in childhood - up to 10 years. The manufacturer stipulates that such therapy is permissible only under the supervision of the attending physician and with careful observance of the instructions. The medication is relatively inexpensive, but is also characterized by negative effects during use and some contraindications. It has an effect not only with glaucoma, but also with pressure inside the eye above normal.
"Trusopt", as can be seen from medical practice, is useful for glaucoma, with insufficient production of fluid by the eye. The tool costs about the same as the eyedrops "Taflotan", that is, from five hundred rubles for one package and more. The drug is not suitable for minors and those diagnosed with kidney failure.
What else can I replace?
Quite often, doctors advise using analogues of Taflotan eye drops (the instructions must be followed) - Betoptik, Xalatan. The first are good with minimal negative effects when applied. With a high degree of tolerance, the agent helps to prevent the degradation of the organs of vision. It is relatively inexpensive - up to 300 rubles per pack.
"Xalatan", according to many doctors, is an example of one of the highest quality remedies against glaucoma, high eye pressure. The use is not accompanied by negative reactions, although the remedy is not intended for minor patients. In some cases, it is allowed to use during gestation and lactation, but only under the supervision of the attending physician.
The disease is no longer scary
Returning to the Finnish drug Taflotan, it should be noted that this medication is based on the active substance tafluprost. The drug has a long therapeutic effect, which allows you to normalize the pressure inside the eye. Taflotan eye drops are suitable for permanent use.
The drug belongs to the group of artificial prostaglandins that restore the normal functioning of the tissues of the visual system. When using "Taflotan" according to the instructionsmetabolic processes are normalized, which affects the quality of the work of the organs of vision. "Taflotan" is suitable not only as the only means to combat glaucoma and pressure, but can also be used as part of the complex therapy of diseases of the visual organs.
How does it work?
As the manufacturer draws attention, the instructions for Taflotan eye drops when using the medication must be followed very clearly, otherwise there is a high probability of side effects and a negative reaction of the body. The drug shows effectiveness within a few hours after the first application (up to 4 hours), and after 12 hours the highest concentration in the body accumulates. Efficiency is noticeable up to 24 hours. "Taflotan" in small quantities can penetrate into the blood, which sometimes provokes a negative reaction.
On sale "Taflotan" is represented by drops containing not only the active ingredient, but also purified water and glycerin, and some other auxiliary components. This is a transparent substance packed in a 2.5 ml vial or 0.3 ml tubes equipped with a dropper. The kit necessarily comes with instructions for Taflotan eye drops.
When to use?
Indications for the use of Taflotan are as follows:
- increased pressure inside the eye;
- open-angle glaucoma.
The tool can be used in combination with adrenoblockers to increase the effectiveness of this group of drugs. It is allowed to apply"Taflotan" as the only medicine in the treatment of the above diseases. Packaging in the form of a tube equipped with a dropper is suitable for patients with intolerance to preservatives.
When not?
The instructions for "Taflotan" lists several cases when the use of the drug is categorically not allowed or is permissible only with the constant supervision of the attending physician and with an assessment of possible risks and consequences. Restrictions apply:
- hypersensitivity to any component of the drug;
- bearing, breastfeeding;
- minor age (no information on the specific effect of Taflotan on children);
- afakia, iriga;
- risk of macular cyst;
- uveitis.
Negative effects when used
If "Taflotan" is used as part of long-term therapy, as well as if the manufacturer's recommended application rates are exceeded, there is a possibility of developing negative effects. Perhaps one of the following:
- itching, redness, irritation of eye tissues;
- correction of the color of the iris;
- dry mucous;
- headache;
- increased tearing;
- eyelash thickness correction;
- decrease in visual acuity;
- edema;
- erythema;
- Increased sensitivity to light.
Overdose: what to do?
As indicated in the instructions for the medication, the likelihood of an overdose is extremelysmall. At the same time, the manufacturer focuses on the need to comply with the rules of use and the dose indicated by the attending physician when prescribing Taflotan. In case of an overdose, the side effects described earlier are likely to occur. It is also possible to complicate the course of the disease. You need to see a doctor urgently. Treatment is based on symptoms.
Compatibility with other drugs
To date, no special studies have been conducted to identify the interaction of "Taflotan" and other medicines. Experts note that the likelihood of influencing the effectiveness of taking most of the drugs is extremely low, since only an insignificant amount of the active component enters the blood - it is not enough to affect any other drug.
When using "Taflotan" and other eye drops, it is recommended to maintain a time interval between the use of different means - at least five minutes.
Features
When using "Taflotan" it is recommended to first remove the soft lenses, only then instill drops. The composition of the drug contains benzalkonium chloride, which has a negative effect on the quality of the lenses. Vision correction products are put on a quarter of an hour after using Taflotan.
When using the drug, it is necessary to regularly monitor the condition of the mucous membrane of the eye, in particular, the level of dryness. If a side effect occurs, you should contact your doctor. As a rule, "Taflotan" is changed toa similar medication or combined with products that contain artificial tears.
This is important
The manufacturer mentions this in the instructions, and the doctor is obliged to warn when prescribing Taflotan drops to the patient: the use of the drug can affect the eyelashes, change their thickness. Eye color correction is also possible. In rare cases, during the use of Taflotan, darkening of the skin of the eyelids is noted. The patient should be warned about the likelihood of such an effect on the body.
As soon as the drops of "Taflotan" are instilled, there is a possibility of a decrease in visual acuity - everything is seen as if in a fog. This negative effect passes quite quickly, and yet the manufacturer does not recommend driving a car during the course of medication treatment.
Terms of Use
As you can see from the instructions, "Taflotan" is used once a day. It is advisable to bury the drops at the same time every day. The dosage for one eye is one drop. Increasing the frequency relative to that recommended in the instructions for the medication negatively affects the effectiveness of the drug: the therapeutic effect is significantly reduced.
The tube equipped with a dropper is intended for single use, after which the product is thrown away, even if the drug turned out to be more than was needed for one instillation. It is important to observe the dosage if the patient has impaired liver and kidney activity. In this case, already at the time of the appointment of "Taflotan" it is necessary to warn the attending doctor about such he alth problems. Usually assignedregular review of analyzes to identify the negative effect of the use, if any.
Use it right
Features of application are described in detail in the instructions for eye drops "Taflotan". When the doctor prescribes the drug, he additionally informs the patient how to apply the drops, how to instill correctly, what to fear, how to use the remedy.
The manufacturer draws attention to the fact that the greatest effect can be achieved if, immediately after instillation of Taflotan, close the eyelids and press the corner of the eye with your finger. Please note: this must be done very carefully so as not to damage the tissues of the organs of the visual system. This application prevents the active component of "Taflotan" from entering the patient's blood. If the product gets on the skin, it is immediately wiped with a napkin. There is a possibility of darkening of this area.
Reliable or not?
As can be seen from the reviews posted on the World Wide Web, Taflotan really effectively reduces pressure inside the eye and provides indispensable help to patients with glaucoma. At the same time, patients note that the use of "Taflotan" is associated with the appearance of side effects, especially if the drug was used in the evening, before going to bed - in the morning, many complain of a headache. Some patients also note that during the treatment with "Taflotan" they were haunted by the feeling of being in the eye of debris, dust particles. Extremely rarely, patients complained of shortness of breath, a violation of the rhythm of the heartbeat. Usually negative effectsaccompanied the use of "Taflotan" at their own discretion, without the recommendation and prescription of a doctor.
