Uses
What is iDose TR used for?
iDose TR (travoprost) is commonly used to reduce increased pressure in the eye in people with either open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
iDose TR may also be used for other conditions as determined by your healthcare provider.
How does iDose TR work (mechanism of action)?
iDose TR is in a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogs. People with glaucoma or ocular hypertension have high intraocular pressure (IOP), or high pressure inside the eye, which increases the risk for vision loss and nerve damage in the eyes. It may work by helping the fluid in the eye drain out, which helps decrease IOP.
How is iDose TR supplied (dosage forms)?
iDose TR is available as a 75mcg implant that is inserted into the eye.
How should I store iDose TR?
iDose TR is given by a healthcare provider in a hospital or clinic. You will not store it at home.
Side Effects
What are the most common side effects of iDose TR?
The most common side effects of iDose TR are listed below. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of these side effects that bother you.
- Increased pressure in the eye
- Inflammation of the iris, which is the colored part of the eye
- Dry eye
- Problems with vision
There may be other side effects of iDose TR that are not listed here. Contact your healthcare provider if you think you are having a side effect of a medicine. In the U.S., you can report side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or by calling 800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you can report side effects to Health Canada at www.health.gc.ca/medeffect or by calling 866-234-2345.
What are the serious side effects of iDose TR?
While less common, the most serious side effects of iDose TR are described below, along with what to do if they happen.
Severe Allergic Reactions. iDose TR may cause allergic reactions, which can be serious. Get help right away if you have any of the following symptoms of a serious allergic reaction.
- Breathing problems or wheezing
- Racing heart
- Fever or general ill feeling
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Swelling of the face, lips, mouth, tongue, or throat
- Trouble swallowing or throat tightness
- Itching, skin rash, or pale red bumps on the skin called hives
- Nausea or vomiting
- Dizziness, feeling lightheaded, or fainting
- Stomach cramps
- Joint pain
Eye Inflammation and Macular Edema. iDose TR may cause inflammation in your eye, including a problem called macular edema. Macular edema is swelling from too much fluid in part of your eye called the retina. This can affect your vision. If you have any vision changes, call your healthcare provider right away.
Increased Brown Coloring of the Iris. iDose TR may cause the colored part of the eye called the iris to increase in brown color. This effect may take months to years to occur, and may be permanent. Keep all appointments to have your eyes checked.
Warnings & Precautions
Who should not use iDose TR?
Allergies to Ingredients. People who are allergic to any of the following should not use iDose TR.
- Travoprost
- iDose TR
- Any of the ingredients in iDose TR
Your healthcare provider can tell you all of the ingredients in iDose TR.
Eye Infections. People with infections of the eye or around the eye should not use iDose TR.
Corneal Endothelial Cell Dystrophy. People with a condition called corneal endothelial cell dystrophy (Fuch’s dystrophy) should not use iDose TR. Corneal endothelial cell dystrophy is a condition where the cells that keep the cornea (the clear front part of the eye) healthy start to break down, causing vision problems.
Previous Corneal Transplantation. People who have had a previous corneal transplantation, or endothelial cell transplants such as Descemet’s Stripping Automated Endothelial Keratoplasty (DSAEK), should not use iDose TR.
What should I know about iDose TR before using it?
Keep all appointments to have your eyes checked. If you develop any type of eye changes, such as redness, pain, sensitivity to light, or vision changes, call your eye doctor right away.
If you require magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), tell your healthcare provider that you have an iDose TR implant. The MRI technicians will need to follow safe scanning procedures to avoid injury.
What should I tell my healthcare provider before using iDose TR?
Tell your healthcare provider about all of your health conditions and any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using. This will help them determine if iDose TR is right for you.
In particular, make sure that you discuss any of the following.
Current and past health conditions. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any of the following.
- Any type of eye problem, including uveitis (inflammatory conditions that affect the middle part of the eye), macular edema, eye pressure problems, no lens (aphakia) or problems with your eye lens
- Diabetes
- A history of eye surgery
Pregnancy. It is not known if or how iDose TR could affect pregnancy or harm an unborn baby. Tell your healthcare provider if you are or plan to become pregnant.Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should use iDose TR while you are pregnant or trying to get pregnant.
Breastfeeding. It is not known if iDose TR passes into breast milk. Tell your healthcare provider if you are breastfeeding or plan to breastfeed. Your healthcare provider will advise you if you should use iDose TR while breastfeeding..
How can I get more information about iDose TR?
For more information about iDose TR, you can visit the manufacturer’s website at www.iDosetr.com or call them at 888-404-1644.
Interactions
Does iDose TR interact with foods or drinks?
There are no known interactions between iDose TR and foods or drinks.
It is unknown if drinking alcohol will affect iDose TR.
Does iDose TR interact with other medicines (drug interactions)?
There are no known interactions between iDose TR and other medicines. Always tell your healthcare provider about any prescription or over-the-counter (OTC) medicines, vitamins/minerals, herbal products, and other supplements you are using.
Overdose/Missed Dose
What should I do if I accidentally use too much iDose TR?
iDose TR is an implant that is inserted into the eye by a healthcare provider. You cannot use too much.
What should I do if I miss a dose of iDose TR?
iDose TR is an implant that is inserted into the eye by a healthcare provider. If you already received an iDose TR implant, you will not get another in the same eye.
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