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Latanoprost

Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue eye drop used to lower pressure inside the eye. It is prescribed for glaucoma and ocular hypertension, conditions in which raised intraocular pressure can lead to gradual loss of vision. Drops are usually continued long term to keep that pressure down.

Medicine containing Latanoprost

Latanoprost

Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension

2.5ml

Latanoprost eye drops contain latanoprost, a prostaglandin that lowers eye pressure in glaucoma and ocular hypertension. They come in one strength and several pack sizes. You can compare the price per bottle across options.

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Key points

  • Prostaglandin analogues are often the first choice in glaucoma because they reduce intraocular pressure effectively, suit once-daily dosing and have an acceptable safety profile.
  • Latanoprost starts working within 3 to 4 hours, and its effect lasts about 24 hours.
  • Iris colour can turn brown and eyelashes can grow longer, thicker and darker; these changes appear slowly and may be permanent.

How it works

Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2a analogue. It increases the outflow of aqueous humour from the eye, and the extra drainage brings intraocular pressure down. With the pressure reduced, the optic nerve is under less strain.

Forms and strengths

Latanoprost is an eye drop solution, supplied in a 2.5ml bottle: Latanoprost. For other eye medicines, see Eye Care. Orders are prepared by pharmacy partners in India and shipped to Malaysia in discreet packaging.

Before you use it

Do not use latanoprost if you have reacted to latanoprost or to any part of the formulation, including benzalkonium chloride, the preservative. It is not used during pregnancy. Ask a doctor before using it while breastfeeding. Take contact lenses out before each dose. Use with caution in children.

Side effects

Minor effects include eye irritation, a foreign body sensation and dry eyes. Conjunctival hyperaemia (redness), blurred vision and pigment changes on the eyelids are also reported. Macular oedema and iridocyclitis are serious and need immediate medical attention.

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