Question 1

What is Latanoprost used for?

Accepted Answer

Latanoprost ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used in adults to treat certain types of glaucoma and other causes of high pressure inside the eye.

Latanoprost ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.

Question 2

What is the adult dose of Latanoprost?

Accepted Answer

0.005 % (0.005 (0.005)) 24 hourly Ophthalmic — -

Question 3

What is the paediatric dose of Latanoprost?

Accepted Answer

( )     — Not recommended in this age group

Question 4

What are the side effects of Latanoprost?

Accepted Answer

Get emergency medical help if you have signs of an allergic reaction : hives, difficult breathing, swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Latanoprost may cause serious side effects. Stop using latanoprost and call your doctor at once if you have:

eye swelling, redness, severe discomfort, crusting or drainage (may be signs of infection ); red, swollen, or itchy eyelids; the eyes may be more sensitive to light; vision changes; or severe burning, stinging, or irritation after using  latanoprost ophthalmic.

Common side effects of latanoprost ophthalmic may include:

watery eyes; itchy eyes; puffy eyelids; stinging, burning, or redness of the eyes; blurred vision; feeling like something is in your eye; the eyes may be more sensitive to light; darkened eye color; or eyelash thickening.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Question 5

Who should not take Latanoprost?

Accepted Answer

You should not use  latanoprost ophthalmic if you are allergic to latanoprost or benzalkonium chloride .

Tell your doctor if you have ever had:

swelling or an infection in your eye; herpes infection of the eyes; retinal detachment; or eye surgery or injury affecting the lens of your eye.

Latanoprost ophthalmic may cause a gradual change in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, usually an increase in brown pigment. You may also notice increased growth or thickness of your eyelashes. These changes occur slowly and you may not notice them for months or years. Color changes may be permanent even after your treatment ends, and may occur only in the eye being treated. This could result in a cosmetic difference in eye or eyelash color from one eye to the other.

It is not known if latanoprost ophthalmic will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.

Ask a doctor if it is safe to breastfeed while using this medicine.

Question 6

What does Latanoprost interact with?

Accepted Answer

Medicine used in the eyes is not likely to be affected by other drugs you use. But many drugs can interact. Tell your doctor about all your current medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, vitamins , and herbal products .

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