Lumigan RC® Eye Drops for Ocular Hypertension

Lumigan RC is a prescription eye drop used to lower elevated eye pressure. It is indicated for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. This page outlines how it works, safe use, and what to discuss with your clinician.

What Lumigan RC® Is and How It Works

This medicine contains bimatoprost, a prostaglandin analog that reduces intraocular pressure by increasing aqueous humor outflow through the trabecular and uveoscleral pathways. You can access Canadian pricing with US delivery from Canada, which may help if you pay without insurance. CanadianInsulin.com is a prescription referral platform. We verify prescriptions with your prescriber when required, and licensed Canadian pharmacies dispense your order.

It is used once daily to help protect the optic nerve from pressure-related damage over time. The treatment works locally at the eye. Systemic exposure is minimal. Follow your prescriber’s instructions and the official label.

If you have Glaucoma or Ocular Hypertension, your eye care professional may include a prostaglandin analog as first-line therapy. This class is widely used in adult patients.

Who It’s For

Lumigan RC eye drops are prescribed to reduce high eye pressure in adults with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It may be used alone or with other pressure-lowering drops if monotherapy is not adequate.

People with active ocular inflammation, macular edema, or a history of iritis/uveitis should discuss risks before starting this treatment. Those with aphakia or a torn posterior capsule may face higher risk for macular edema and need careful monitoring. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, ask your clinician whether this therapy is appropriate.

Contact lens wearers can usually use this medicine, but the preservative may be absorbed by soft lenses. Remove lenses before dosing and wait 15 minutes before reinsertion.

Dosage and Usage

Use one drop in the affected eye or eyes once daily in the evening, as directed on the label. Do not exceed once-daily dosing; more frequent use may reduce pressure-lowering effect and increase adverse reactions.

How to instill drops:

• Wash hands thoroughly and check the dropper tip for damage.
• Tilt head back, pull down the lower eyelid to create a small pocket.
• Hold the bottle above the eye without touching the tip to any surface.
• Place one drop into the pocket, then close your eye gently.
• Apply light pressure to the inner corner of the eye for 1–2 minutes to reduce drainage.
• If using other eye drops, separate each medicine by at least five minutes.
• Remove soft contact lenses before use; wait at least 15 minutes to reinsert.

Do not let the dropper tip touch your eye or fingers. Keep the cap tightly closed after each use. If your prescriber changes your regimen, follow their directions and the product label.

Strengths and Forms

This treatment is available as an ophthalmic solution. Availability may vary by pharmacy.

• Lumigan RC 0.01% solution in multi-dose bottles
• Common bottle sizes include 3 mL and 5 mL

Check the label on your bottle for the exact volume supplied. If a particular size is not in stock, your pharmacy may dispense an equivalent volume using multiple bottles.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, take the next dose at the usual time the following day. Do not double up or take extra drops to make up for a missed dose. Consistency matters more than the exact hour; aim for the same evening time each day.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store the bottle at room temperature, in a dry place, and out of direct light. Keep the cap closed tightly to maintain sterility. Do not freeze the solution. Keep out of reach of children and pets.

For travel, keep the medication in original packaging with the prescription label. Carry it in your personal bag rather than checked luggage to avoid temperature swings. Bring a copy of your prescription or a clinic note if you anticipate security questions. Avoid leaving the bottle in a hot car or in direct sun. If you use multiple drops, pack a simple checklist to support adherence.

To reduce contamination risk, avoid touching the tip to your eyelids or any surface. Replace the bottle by the expiration date or sooner if contamination is suspected.

Benefits

This class lowers intraocular pressure, which can help slow optic nerve damage in glaucoma and reduce the risk of vision loss. Once-daily dosing simplifies routines compared with some alternatives. Local administration limits systemic exposure for most patients.

Some users notice eyelash changes. Your clinician can advise on expected cosmetic effects and whether they are reversible after discontinuation.

Side Effects and Safety

• Eye redness or conjunctival hyperemia
• Itchy or irritated eyes
• Dry eye or burning sensation
• Sensation of a foreign body
• Eyelash growth or thickening
• Eyelid skin darkening
• Temporary blurred vision after instillation

Serious or less common effects can include increased iris pigmentation (which may be permanent), macular edema, and ocular inflammation. Report sudden vision changes, eye pain, or significant swelling promptly. If you have a history of macular edema, aphakia, or uveitis, use only under close supervision.

If you use multiple glaucoma medications, separate administration by several minutes and follow your prescriber’s plan. The effect on driving or machine use may be transient; wait until vision clears after dosing.

For people with diabetes and eye disease, regular checks remain important. You can read more about related risks in Diabetic Eye Disease and Diabetes and Eyes. Vision health reminders are also covered in Healthy Vision Month.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Avoid using multiple prostaglandin analogs at the same time unless directed by your specialist, as paradoxical increases in pressure can occur. If you wear soft contact lenses, remove them prior to dosing and wait 15 minutes before reinsertion to avoid preservative absorption.

Tell your clinician about prior eye surgery, retinal problems, uveitis, or macular edema. Share your full medication list, including over‑the‑counter eye drops and supplements. While systemic interactions are uncommon, your clinician may adjust your broader Ophthalmology regimen for safety.

What to Expect Over Time

With regular nightly use, many patients maintain steadier eye pressure as assessed by their clinician. Cosmetic effects like eyelash growth or eyelid skin darkening may appear gradually. Iris color changes, when they occur, may be permanent.

Keep scheduled eye pressure checks and optic nerve assessments as advised. Adherence matters; set reminders, link dosing to a routine, or use a pillbox-style checklist for your drops. If goals are not met, your clinician may add or change therapy within the same class or a different class.

Compare With Alternatives

Prostaglandin analogs are often first-line. Another option is latanoprostene bunod, offered as Vyzulta, which also targets aqueous outflow. Alpha agonists can be used as add-on or alternative therapy; an example is Alphagan. Choice depends on clinical response, tolerability, and your ophthalmologist’s plan.

Pricing and Access

Check your Lumigan RC price on the product page for current options. Many patients compare Canadian pricing when paying cash or managing out-of-pocket costs.

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Availability and pricing can vary by bottle size and quantity. You can order multiple months at once if permitted by your prescription and local regulations.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply may vary by size. If a specific bottle size is temporarily unavailable, your prescriber may recommend an equivalent alternative in the same class or another pressure-lowering class. Substitutions should match your clinical needs and tolerance.

If you are unsure where to buy locally versus online, ask your clinic for guidance. For US patients, Canadian fulfillment can be an option under your prescriber’s direction.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This medicine may suit adults with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension who need once-daily therapy. It may not be suitable if you have uncontrolled ocular inflammation or a history of macular edema without close monitoring.

Cost-saving ideas:

• Choose a larger bottle if allowed, to reduce per-mL cash price.
• Bundle refills into multi-month orders when your prescription permits.
• Set refill reminders so you do not miss doses due to supply gaps.
• Discuss generics or alternatives if you face high out-of-pocket costs.

Ask your pharmacist about compatible artificial tears if you develop dryness. Use them separately from pressure-lowering drops to avoid washout.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Is this class appropriate for my type of glaucoma?
• How should I coordinate it with my other eye drops?
• What changes in eyelash growth or iris color should I expect?
• How often should my eye pressure and optic nerve be checked?
• What signs mean I should contact the clinic promptly?
• Are there alternative drops if I develop irritation?

Authoritative Sources

For detailed prescribing information, consult the official labeling on FDA DailyMed; the monograph provides administration and safety details Review FDA DailyMed labeling for bimatoprost ophthalmic. The manufacturer’s resources describe product-specific information and support materials Visit the Allergan corporate site for product resources. Health Canada’s database lists approved products and official monographs Search the Health Canada Drug Product Database.

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Medical disclaimer: This content is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice.