Manufacturer: Pfizer Ltd
Salt Composition : Latanoprost(0.005% w/v)
Xalatan Eye Drop is suitable for adults and children and can be used by itself or in combination with other eye medicines to reduce pressure. Follow the instructions given by your doctor and use this medicine regularly to get the most benefit. If you stop using it, pressure in the eye could increase and damage your sight. Never use a bottle if the seal is broken before you use it for the first time. If you wear contact lenses, make sure you remove them before instilling and wait for at least 15 minutes before putting them back.
The most common side effects include eyelashes changes, eye pain and sensitivity to light. It may also cause blurred vision, dryness in the eye, a gradual change in color of the eye, and other rare effects. If you get any side effects, talk to your doctor. Your doctor may be able to tell you ways of reducing or preventing some side effects or suggest another treatment. If your vision is blurred or you have other changes in sight for a time, do not drive until your vision is clear. This is usually a short-term side effect. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or trying to become pregnant, or if you are breastfeeding.
Xalatan Eye Drop is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
The maximum concentration of latanoprost acid averaged 32.6 ± 20.6 ng/ml (∼10−7 M) and was detected approximately 2.5 hours after administration. The elimination half-life of latanoprost acid from the aqueous humor was 2.8 hours.
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of Xalatan
Eyelash changes
Eye pain
Increased sensitivity to light
Burning sensation in eye
Eye itching
Foreign body sensation
Itching
Stinging in the eyes
Conjunctival hyperemia
have ever had an allergic reaction to latanoprost or any other medicine.
are about to have or have had eye surgery (including cataract surgery)
have eye problems such as eye pain, irritation, inflammation, blurred vision or dry eyes.
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.
No interaction found/established
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.
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.
Drug-Drug interactions: LATANOPROST may interact with other prostaglandins ophthalmic medications such as bimatoprost, tafluprost, travoprost etc.
Drug-Food Interactions: No interactions found/established.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor if you have or ever had eye surgery (cataract surgery), eye problems (eye pain, dry eyes, irritation or inflammation), severe asthma, herpes simplex virus (HSV) eye infection, uveitis (inflammation of the eye).
Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List:
BIMATOPROST
TAFLUPROST
TRAVOPROST
Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
Store in a refrigerator (2 - 8°C). Do not freeze.
If you miss a dose of Xalatan Eye Drop, use it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Xalatan Eye Drop 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.
Xalatan Eye Drop 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 Xalatan Eye Drop.
This medicine is for external use only. Use it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off the extra liquid.
have ever had an allergic reaction to latanoprost or any other medicine.
are about to have or have had eye surgery (including cataract surgery)
have eye problems such as eye pain, irritation, inflammation, blurred vision or dry eyes.
