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Xalatan - Uses & Side Effects

Generic name: Latanoprost

Latanoprost (Xalatan®) helps to reduce pressure in the eye for patients with increased pressure or open-angle glaucoma. Generic latanoprost eye solution is not yet available.

Xalatan Dosage

• The usual dose is 1 drop in the affected eye once every evening.

Uses of Xalatan

• Latanoprost (la-TA-noe-prost) is used to treat certain kinds of glaucoma.
• It is also used to treat a condition called hypertension of the eye.
  

Side Effects of Xalatan

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Be especially quick to report pinkeye or any effects on the eyelids. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue using Xalatan. Side effects may include:

• Bloodshot eyes, blurred vision, burning, foreign body sensation, increased pigmentation of the iris, inflammatory disease of the cornea, itching, stinging, upper respiratory infection.

Warnings and precautions before taking Xalatan:

• Xalatan may gradually turn the eye's iris brown. This change may not be noticed for months or years. Its long-term effects are unknown, but it may be permanent. Ask your doctor about the possibility of mismatched eye color if you will be treating only one eye with Xalatan.
• Xalatan may make the eyelids darker. It can gradually change the eyelashes and fine body hair, increasing the length, thickness, color, and number of lashes or hairs. The eyelashes may also start growing in the wrong direction, possibly resulting in irritation to the eye.
• If your eye sustains an injury or becomes infected, or you have eye surgery, you may need to start a new bottle of Xalatan. Be sure to check with your doctor.
• Xalatan may cause blurred vision. Make certain it does not have this effect on you before you attempt to drive.
• Latanoprost may cause your eyes to become more sensitive to light than they are normally. Wearing sunglasses and avoiding too much exposure to bright light may help lessen the discomfort.

Drug Interaction :- Mixing Xalatan with eye drops containing thiomersal can cause the formation of solid substances in the eye. To avoid this problem, administer the drops at least 5 minutes apart.

Overdose

Any medication taken in excess can have serious consequences. If you suspect an overdose, seek medical attention immediately. Symptoms of Xalatan overdose may include:

• Bloodshot eyes, eye irritation.