Latanoprost
Information about Latanoprost
Latanoprost uses
Latanoprost is used in the treatment of glaucoma and ocular hypertension.
How latanoprost works
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Common side effects of latanoprost
Eye pain, Foreign body sensation, Conjunctival hyperemia, Photophobia, Stinging in the eyes, Blurred vision, Conjunctivitis, Altered length of eyelashes, Dry eye, Change in color of iris, Asthma, Eye discomfort, Allergic skin rash, Flu-like symptoms, Joint pain, Double vision, Lacrimation (flow of tears), Eyelid disorder, Corneal inflammation, Angina pectoris
Available Medicine for Latanoprost
Expert advice for Latanoprost
- 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 Latanoprost
Latanoprost
Q. How long do you keep your eyes shut after using Latanoprost?
After using the eye drops you should close your eyes for at least 2-3 minutes so that the medicine does not run off and gets absorbed in the eye.
Q. How long does it take for Latanoprost to start working?
The pressure in the eyes starts decreasing after about 3-4 hours of using Latanoprost and the maximum effect is reached after 8-12 hours.
Q. Can I use Latanoprost in the morning?
It is recommended to use Latanoprost in the evening for best results. Latanoprost, when used in the evening for the first few days, showed significantly effective results in lowering the eye pressure. The effect of this medicine remains for about 24 hours after administration.