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Travatan Changes Eye Color

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Q. I use Travatan, similar to Lumigan, for glaucoma. My eyes have turned from brown to almost black. Blue-eyed people should be warned about this.

A. A change in the color of the iris is a well-known reaction to this class of glaucoma drops. Your doctor should have warned you.

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I've been using Lumigan for glaucoma for about a year. H haven't noticed a change in the color of my green eyes but they are always bloodshot and red-rimmed. Is there any way to help that? I always look like I've been crying.

Concerning your bloodshot eyes I have encountered the same with Lumigan. I was told that my eye would be a little red and that is alright. However, it is now 6 weeks and it continues to stay pretty much red. Sometimes I notice it more than other days and I do not like it. My doctor is a friend of mine and I trust her. However, I do intend to go for a second opinion because eyes do get used to the medication and later it no longer works in your favor. So, I would ask your doctor or get a second opinion at a university hospital because they are always doing research and are more competitive.

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