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About Xalatan Eye Drop

LATANOPROST contains an ophthalmic medication; Latanoprost is used to lower increased eye pressure (ocular hypertension) and treat glaucoma. It is used alone or in combination with other drugs used to lower eye pressure. Increased eye pressure may lead to an illness called glaucoma; if not treated, it can lead to permanent vision loss (optic nerve damage). Glaucoma is an eye disease in which the optic nerve is damaged. This damage is mostly due to an abnormally increase in eye pressure.

LATANOPROST contains Latanoprost, belongs to a class of medications known as prostaglandin inhibitors. It is primarily used in treating high pressure of the eye. It works by increasing the natural flow from inside the eye into the bloodstream.  As a result, the pressure of the eye is decreased.

Uses of Xalatan Eye Drop

Glaucoma, Ocular hypertension (increased eye pressure)

Medicinal Benefits of Xalatan Eye Drop

LATANOPROST contains Latanoprost, belongs to a class of medications known as prostaglandin inhibitors. LATANOPROST is used alone or in combination with other drugs is used to lower eye pressure. It is primarily used in treating high pressure of the eye. It works by increasing the natural flow of aqueous humor from inside the eye into the bloodstream.  As a result, the pressure of the eye is decreased. Also, if the pressure is too high and is not treated, it can lead to permanent vision loss. LATANOPROST should be put only in the affected eye, and contact with the normal eye should be avoided.

Directions for Use

LATANOPROST is for external use only. Before using it, break the seal and wash your hands to avoid any infection. Use LATANOPROST in dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. When you use LATANOPROST, apply pressure on the corner of your eye by closing your nose for one minute for better results of LATANOPROST.

Side Effects of Xalatan Eye Drop

Like all medicines, LATANOPROST can cause side effects, although not everybody gets them. You may experience changes in your eye colour, blurred vision, changes in the thickness, length or colour of your eyelashes, watery eyes, irritation in the eye, and dry eyes in some cases. Most of these side effects of LATANOPROST are temporary, do not require medical attention, and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.

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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.

In-Depth Precautions and Warning

Drug Warnings

Do not take LATANOPROST if you are allergic or hypersensitive latanoprost or prostaglandin inhibitors. Inform your doctor about all the prescription and non-prescription medications you are taking, especially eye medications, products that contain aspirin, and vitamins. If you have a kidney problem, uveitis, asthma, dry eye, herpes simplex eye infection, are pregnant or breastfeeding, inform your doctor before starting LATANOPROST as a dose adjustment may be required. If you are taking any other eye medication, please tell your doctor prior. If you wear contact lenses or wearing them, remove it before using LATANOPROST, and you can put it back 15 minutes after using LATANOPROST. Wash your hands properly before using LATANOPROST to avoid any infection. If you are using two eye medications, never put them together, wait for at least 5 minutes and then put the second one. Do not use LATANOPROST with other prostaglandin inhibitors as they are known to contra-indicate. 

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interaction:

This medicine may interact with other prostaglandins ophthalmic medications such as bimatoprost, tafluprost, travoprost etc.

Drug-Disease Interaction:

Inform your doctor if you have or ever had eye surgery (cataract surgery), eye problems (eye pain, dry eyes, irritation or inflammation), severe asthma, herpes simplex virus (HSV) eye infection, uveitis (inflammation of the eye

Safety Advice

ALCOHOL

• No interaction is found when LATANOPROST is taken along with LATANOPROST.

PREGNANCY

• LATANOPROST eye drops should be used with caution as it is a category C drug. Use only if your doctor feels it necessary to be prescribed if you are pregnant.

BREAST FEEDING

• LATANOPROST eye drops should be used with caution as it is a category C drug. Use only if your doctor feels it necessary to be prescribed if you are breastfeeding.

DRIVING

• LATANOPROST is known to cause blurry vision. So, do not drive a car or operate any machinery before you start feeling better.

LIVER

• LATANOPROST to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Liver diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.

KIDNEY

• LATANOPROST to be taken with caution, especially if you have a history of Kidney diseases/conditions. The dose may have to be adjusted by your doctor.