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Side effect(s) of Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic


Review the side-effects of Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
• Pain and irritation of the eye
• Conjunctival hyperemia or redness of the eye
• Puffy eyelids
• Pigmentation of the iris of the eye and the eyelids
• Changes in the eyelashes
• Blurred vision
• Macular edema
• Infection of the cornea (bacterial keratitis)
• Worsening of eye inflammation

Other Precautions :

• Contact lens users are advised to remove the lenses before the application of latanoprostene bunod solution to avoid damage to the lens. It can be reinserted 15 minutes after administering the drops.
• Patients should be advised not to touch the tip of the container to avoid the risk of contamination as it may result in severe eye infection leading to eye damage or loss of vision.
• Stop using latanoprostene bunod and report to the emergency center if itching, swelling, redness of the eye, eye drainage or sudden changes in vision occur.

Drug Name : Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic

Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic generic Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic belongs to a class of prostaglandin analogs which is prescribed to treat patients suffering from open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertensionIt works by reducing pressure inside the eye by increasing the drainage of the fluids from the eye.


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