Travatan Z® Eye Drops for Open-Angle Glaucoma

Travatan Z® is a prescription prostaglandin eye drop used to lower intraocular pressure in adults with open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension. This page outlines how it works, who it may suit, and how to use it with US delivery from Canada, plus ways to manage costs without insurance.

What Travatan Z Is and How It Works

Travatan Z® contains travoprost, a prostaglandin analog. It helps fluid leave the eye through the uveoscleral pathway, which reduces pressure inside the eye. Lowering pressure may slow optic nerve damage in glaucoma. YouDrugstore is a licensed Canadian pharmacy in Manitoba. Pharmacists review prescriptions before dispensing.

Travatan Z ophthalmic solution uses a preservative system designed to be gentle on the ocular surface. It is usually taken once daily in the evening. It can be combined with other pressure-lowering drops from different classes if your prescriber advises it. Do not use more than once per day, as more frequent dosing may decrease effectiveness.

Who It’s For

This medicine is indicated for adults with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension who need additional pressure reduction. People with active ocular inflammation, macular edema, or a history of iritis or uveitis should discuss risks with a healthcare professional. Use in pediatrics is not well established. If you are pregnant, planning pregnancy, or breastfeeding, talk to your prescriber before starting therapy.

See related conditions: Open Angle Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension.

Dosage and Usage

The typical schedule is one drop in the affected eye or eyes once daily in the evening. Wash hands before use. Tilt head back, pull down the lower eyelid to form a pocket, and instill a single drop. Avoid touching the dropper tip to any surface, including the eye or eyelids.

If you use multiple eye medications, wait at least five minutes between products to prevent washout. Remove contact lenses before dosing and wait 15 minutes before reinserting. If your prescriber has you use beta blockers, carbonic anhydrase inhibitors, or alpha agonists, separate products as directed. Do not change frequency or stop the treatment without medical guidance.

This section references dosing on the official label. If anything differs from your prescriber’s instructions, follow your prescription directions.

Strengths and Forms

This therapy is available as a sterile solution for topical ophthalmic use.

• Travoprost 0.004% eye drops in plastic multi-dose bottles, commonly 2.5 mL and 5 mL pack sizes; availability may vary.

Formulations and pack sizes can differ by market. The pharmacist will dispense the strength written on your prescription.

Missed Dose and Timing

If you miss a dose, apply it when you remember, unless it is almost time for the next dose. If it is near the next scheduled dose, skip the missed one and resume your usual time. Do not double up to make up for a missed dose. Aim for consistent evening use to support steady pressure control.

Storage and Travel Basics

Store tightly capped at room temperature per the package insert, away from moisture and direct light. Do not freeze. Keep out of reach of children. When traveling, keep it in your carry-on with the original label. Bring a copy of your prescription. Avoid leaving the bottle in hot cars or near heating sources. If your prescriber changes your regimen, ask the pharmacist about storing any other drops you use.

Once opened, keep the tip clean and avoid touching it to surfaces. Discard the bottle by the labeled expiry date. If the solution becomes discolored or cloudy, consult your pharmacist before use.

Benefits

As a prostaglandin analog, this medicine offers once-daily use for many adults. It works locally in the eye, so systemic exposure is low. Evening dosing may fit daily routines. The treatment can be combined with other classes when additional pressure reduction is needed. For many, the solution’s preservative system may feel more comfortable than traditional preservatives. Individual experiences can vary.

Side Effects and Safety

• Eye redness or irritation
• Itching or discomfort after instillation
• Dry eye sensation
• Mild burning or stinging
• Eyelash growth or thickening

Less common effects can include darkening of the eyelid skin and increased brown pigmentation of the iris, which may be permanent. Rare events such as macular edema, uveitis, or corneal changes can occur, especially in susceptible patients. If you develop sudden eye pain, vision changes, severe irritation, or signs of allergic reaction, seek medical help promptly. If you use insulin or sulfonylureas for diabetes, this drop does not directly cause low blood sugar but blurred vision after dosing can temporarily affect tasks that require clear sight.

Our health guides cover safety topics broadly; see an example: Guide To Exemestane Side Effects.

Drug Interactions and Cautions

Using more than one prostaglandin analog at the same time may reduce effectiveness or increase adverse effects. Tell your prescriber about all eye drops you use, including beta blockers, alpha agonists, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Example combination options your clinician may consider include products containing dorzolamide and timolol, such as Dorzolamide 2 Timolol 0 5 Ophthalmic Solution. If you have aphakia or a torn posterior lens capsule, discuss the risk of macular edema.

Systemic interactions are uncommon due to minimal absorption, but always share your full medication list. If you wear soft contact lenses, wait 15 minutes after dosing before reinserting to reduce lens exposure to the preservative system.

What to Expect Over Time

With consistent daily use, many adults notice eye redness lessening over time. Pressure reduction trends are assessed by your prescriber during follow-up. The prescriber may adjust your plan or add a second agent if needed. Maintain adherence, keep appointments, and do not adjust dosing on your own. If you feel your eyes are persistently irritated, contact your clinic to review technique and fit with your overall regimen.

Compare With Alternatives

Prostaglandin analogs are often first-line therapy for open-angle glaucoma. Latanoprost is a widely used option; see Xalatan® Ophthalmic Solution. Another option is latanoprostene bunod, which donates nitric oxide to enhance outflow; see Vyzulta® Ophthalmic Solution. Your prescriber may also consider adding a beta blocker or a fixed-combination drop if additional control is required.

Some patients transition to a Generic for Travatan Z eye drops when available and appropriate. Choice depends on response, tolerability, and clinical goals.

Pricing and Access

Your total out-of-pocket depends on bottle size, your prescription, and pharmacy supply. To see the Travatan Z price, add your selection to cart to view current pricing. We provide clear options and show what is in stock. For savings opportunities, check our Promotions page periodically.

We offer transparent Canadian pricing with fulfillment that Ships from Canada to US addresses. If you prefer a comparable class alternative, review pricing for generics like Latanoprost Ophthalmic Solution. Our checkout is encrypted to help protect your information.

Availability and Substitutions

Supply can vary by market and bottle size. If stock is limited, your prescriber may recommend an alternative class or a different bottle size. When clinically suitable, a Travatan Z generic may be substituted if your prescription and local regulations allow. Your clinician will decide if substitution is appropriate for your therapy.

Patient Suitability and Cost-Saving Tips

This therapy may suit adults needing once-daily pressure control and those who prefer prostaglandin analogs. It may not suit people with active uveitis, a history of cystoid macular edema, or significant ocular surface disease without careful monitoring. For budget planning, consider multi-bottle refills if permitted by your prescription, and set refill reminders so you do not run out.

Ask your prescriber if a generic travoprost is appropriate. You can compare options and estimate the Travatan Z cash price against alternatives. Ordering a longer supply can reduce per-bottle costs in many cases. Prescription required and verified.

Questions to Ask Your Clinician

• Dosing time choice: evening vs bedtime routine
• Technique check: how to improve drop placement
• Contact lens timing: lenses and preservative exposure
• Pigmentation risk: eyelid and iris changes
• Combination therapy: when to add a second agent
• Follow-up schedule: how often to monitor pressure
• Travel planning: carrying documentation for airport screening

Authoritative Sources

Manufacturer Prescribing Information

FDA DailyMed: Travoprost

Health Canada Drug Product Database

Storage and Travel Basics

For more eye care items, explore our Ophthalmology category. If your care team adds a beta blocker like Timolol Maleate, review each label for storage details, as instructions can differ by product.

Ready to proceed? You can complete your order with prompt US shipping from Canada. This information is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always follow your prescriber’s directions and the official label.