Hello everyone,
I wanted to start a dedicated thread for those of us managing Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension. One of the most common questions I see is about "combination drops"—specifically when single-ingredient drops aren't bringing the eye pressure down enough.
Today, let’s talk about .
What makes Ganfort different?
Most eye drops use one mechanism to lower pressure. Ganfort is a "dual-action" formula. It contains two active ingredients:
Bimatoprost: A prostaglandin analogue that increases the outflow of fluid from the eye.
Timolol: A beta-blocker that reduces the actual production of fluid in the eye.
By attacking the problem from both sides (less fluid in, more fluid out), it is significantly more powerful for patients who need aggressive pressure management. You can find the full product specifications and availability here:
Key Tips for New Users:
Storage: Keep the bottle in a cool, dry place.
The "One-Drop" Rule: More is not better. One drop per day (usually in the morning) is the standard clinical dose.
Punctal Occlusion: After putting the drop in, press the corner of your eye near your nose for 2 minutes. This keeps the medicine in the eye and stops it from entering your bloodstream, which reduces side effects like a lowered heart rate.
Has anyone here switched from a single drop to ? I’d love to hear how your latest eye pressure (IOP) readings have looked since the switch.