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Latanoprost
Latest prescription information about Latanoprost. Learn how to pronounce the drug’s name, its indications, dosage, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, its storage instructions and warnings if any when taken during pregnancy. Also listed are the International and Indian trade name(s) of the drug and its price list.
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Generic Name : Latanoprost
Pronunciation : la ta' noe prost
Therapeutic Classification : miscellaneous ophthalmics
Trade Name(s):
India- 9pm Eye Drops, Ioprost Eye Drops, Ioptame Eye Drops, Latochek Eye Drops, Latochek-T Eye Drops, Latocom Eye Drops, Latodrops Eye Drops, Latoprost Eye Drops, Xalatan Drops. International- Xalatan. This medication is prostaglandin analog, prescribed for open angle glaucoma and increased eye pressure, which can lead to a gradual loss of vision. It binds to a specific receptor for prostaglandin, increases the flow of aqueous humor out of the eye, thereby reducing the pressure within the eye and reducing the risk of nerve damage and blindness. When it is not to be taken (Contraindications):
When it is to be taken : Ophthalmic- Instill 1 drop (1.5 mcg) in affected eye(s) once daily in the evening. How it should be taken : It comes as a solution to instill in the affected eyes, as directed by your physician. Special Instruction : * Do not use within 5 min of thiomersal-containing preparations. * Caution needed for patients with history of aphakia (absence of lens of the eye) or pseudophakia with torn posterior lens cap or anterior chamber lenses, risk factors for cystoid macular oedema, brittle or severe asthma, history of intraocular inflammation, neovascular, angle-closure or congenital glaucoma, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. *It may cause blurred vision, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Side Effects : Heart- Chest pain. Skin- Rash/allergic skin reaction. Eye- Latanoprost may affect the eyelids causing redness, swelling, pain, crusting or darkening, eyelashes causing change in hair and misdirecting eyelashes. Besides, it may also cause eye inflammation, damage to the cornea, iris and retina. The medication may cause symptoms like blurring of vision, increased dryness, redness, pain, foreign body sensation and itching. Respiratory- Upper respiratory tract infection, cold, flu, asthma/exacerbation of asthma, difficulty in breathing. Miscellaneous- Muscle/joint/back pain. *If using other topical ophthalmic drugs, separate each medication by at least 5 min. *Avoid excess dosage. Storage Conditions : Ophthalmic: Store unopened at 2-8°C and at <25°C for up to 6 week after opening. Store it in an airtight container and keep away from children. |
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