travoprost
Brand names: Travatan Z
Travoprost eye drops help lower pressure in the eye. It is used to treat glaucoma and high eye pressure.
Drug Pricing (NADAC)
Brand Price
$94.31/unit
Generic Price
$13.81/unit
Generic Savings
85%
Generic Available
Yes (7 manufacturers)
Pricing data from NADAC (CMS), effective December 18, 2024. Compare all drug costs →
What it does
Travoprost eye drops are used to lower high pressure inside your eye.
Common side effects
Redness of the eye (30-50% of users)
Key warnings
Travoprost can cause your iris (the colored part of your eye), eyelid, and eyelashes to darken.
How It Works
Travoprost is like a natural substance in your body. It works by helping fluid drain better from inside your eye. This lowers the pressure in your eye.
How to Take It
Use one drop in the affected eye(s) once a day in the evening. Do not use it more than once a day. Using it more often may make it less effective. If you use other eye drops, wait at least 5 minutes before using travoprost.
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding
It is not known if travoprost is safe to use during pregnancy. Animal studies suggest a risk to the fetus. Talk to your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose, use it as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and continue with your regular schedule.
Storage
Store travoprost eye drops at 36° to 77°F (2° to 25°C).
Side Effects (from patient reports)
Based on 5,084 FDA adverse event reports.
FDA Adverse Event Report Analysis
Detailed analysis of 8,423 reports from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Reports span 2004–2025.
Total Reports
8,423
Death-Related Reports
323
Hospitalization Reports
1,103
Top Indication
Product Used For Unknown Indication
Gender Distribution
Age Distribution
Most Reported Adverse Reactions (FAERS)
| # | Reaction | Reports |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | TREATMENT FAILURE | 1,945 |
| 2 | DRUG INEFFECTIVE | 528 |
| 3 | OCULAR HYPERAEMIA | 490 |
| 4 | EYE IRRITATION | 478 |
| 5 | EYE PAIN | 336 |
| 6 | INTRAOCULAR PRESSURE INCREASED | 295 |
| 7 | HYPERSENSITIVITY | 269 |
| 8 | FATIGUE | 261 |
| 9 | GLAUCOMA | 255 |
| 10 | VISION BLURRED | 227 |
| 11 | DIZZINESS | 226 |
| 12 | HEADACHE | 226 |
| 13 | VISUAL IMPAIRMENT | 215 |
| 14 | DEATH | 204 |
| 15 | DYSPNOEA | 197 |
Reactions in Death Reports
Reactions in Hospitalization Reports
Source: FDA FAERS (Adverse Event Reporting System) FDA FAERS (Adverse Event Reporting System) Reports are voluntary and do not establish causation
Serious Warnings
Travoprost can cause your iris (the colored part of your eye), eyelid, and eyelashes to darken. The iris change may be permanent. Eyelash changes, like increased length and thickness, are usually reversible when you stop using the drops. Use caution if you have inflammation inside your eye, as this medicine may worsen it.
Common Questions
Can travoprost change my eye color?
Can I use travoprost with my other eye drops?
What if I wear contact lenses?
How long does it take for travoprost to work?
What should I do if my eyes become irritated?
Can travoprost make my eyelashes grow longer?
Is it okay to drive after using these eye drops?
What ingredients are in Travatan Z?
Can I use travoprost if I am breastfeeding?
What do I do if I accidentally use too many drops?
What are the common side effects of travoprost?
What drug class is travoprost?
Is there a generic version of travoprost?
Is travoprost safe during pregnancy?
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What the FDA Data Shows for travoprost
The FDA label for travoprost (sold under brand names such as Travatan Z) classifies it as a prescription-only medication in the Prostaglandin Analog (Ophthalmic) class. Travoprost eye drops are used to lower high pressure inside your eye. Official labeling lists 1 commonly reported side effect, including Redness of the eye (30-50% of users).
Post-market surveillance from the FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) captures real-world experience. For this drug, FAERS contains 5,084 voluntary reports. Interaction data is drawn directly from FDA-approved prescribing information. NADAC pricing from CMS shows a generic unit cost of $13.81 versus $94.31 for the brand — a 85% generic savings.
Report counts do not establish causation — a FAERS entry documents a temporal association, not proof that the drug produced the outcome. Widely prescribed medications naturally accumulate more reports than niche therapies, so raw totals must be interpreted alongside total exposure. Shortage status, recall history, and patent information further shape supply and switching decisions. This page summarizes public FDA data for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice — always consult a licensed healthcare provider before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.
Data Sources
Drug labeling: FDA Drug Labels (SPL/DailyMed). Adverse events: FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS). Pricing: CMS National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC).
FAERS reports are voluntary and do not establish causation. Drug interactions are derived from FDA labeling and clinical references. Always consult a healthcare professional before making medication decisions.
Last updated: September 21, 2023
Read our methodology — how this data is sourced, computed, and verified.
All federal data sources used on this page
- FDA Orange Book — approved drug products with therapeutic equivalence. accessdata.fda.gov/cder/ob
- FDA DailyMed — NIH-hosted drug labeling for FDA-approved meds. dailymed.nlm.nih.gov
- FDA Adverse Event Reporting System (FAERS) — post-marketing safety surveillance. fda.gov/drugs/faers
- NLM RxNorm — standardized clinical drug nomenclature. nlm.nih.gov/research/umls/rxnorm
- CMS Medicare Part B Drug Average Sales Price Files — federal drug pricing data. cms.gov/medicare/part-b-drugs/asp
- FDA Drug Shortages Database — current and resolved drug shortage tracking. accessdata.fda.gov/drugshortages