Xalatan Eye Drop
Rs.596for 1 packet(s) (2.5 ml Eye Drop each)
food interaction for Xalatan Eye Drop
alcohol interaction for Xalatan Eye Drop
pregnancy interaction for Xalatan Eye Drop
lactation interaction for Xalatan Eye Drop
food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Xalatan Eye Drop may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Xalatan Eye Drop should be used with caution during breastfeeding. Breastfeeding should be held until the treatment of the mother is completed and the drug is eliminated from her body.
CAUTION
SALT INFORMATION FOR Xalatan 0.005% w/v Eye Drop
Latanoprost(0.005% w/v)
Xalatan eye drop uses
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How xalatan eye drop works
Xalatan Eye Drop is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of xalatan eye drop
Eyelash changes, Eye pain, Increased sensitivity to light, Burning sensation in eye, Eye itching, Foreign body sensation, Itching, Stinging in the eyes, Conjunctival hyperemia
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Expert advice FOR Xalatan Eye Drop
- Latanoprost helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss.
- For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s).
- Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop.
- Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution.
- Latanoprost may cause brown pigmentation of the iris. This discoloration may be permanent.
- Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Latanoprost.
Frequently asked questions FOR Xalatan 0.005% w/v Eye Drop
Latanoprost
Q. Can I use contact lenses while using Xalatan Eye Drop?
Yes, you can use contact lenses while using Xalatan Eye Drop. However, remove your contact lenses before instilling Xalatan Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lenses 15 minutes after instilling Xalatan Eye Drop. Contact your doctor if eye irritation occurs and persists.
Q. Can Xalatan Eye Drop cause a change in eye color?
Yes, continued use of Xalatan Eye Drop may cause a change in the color of the iris, particularly brown pigmentation. This color change is more common in people who have mixed color eyes (blue-brown, grey-brown, yellow-brown or green-brown). The change may be more noticeable if it is used in only one eye. This change in color is likely to be permanent. Additionally, the eyelashes may also become denser and the color of the eyelids may darken. However, this is usually temporary and reverts to normal once the use of Xalatan Eye Drop is discontinued.
Q. Can I use other eye drops along with Xalatan Eye Drop?
If you have to use other eye drops, wait for at least 5 minutes before using them. You should inform your doctor about any other medicine which you are using since it may interfere with the working of Xalatan Eye Drop.