Latanoprost Eye Drops

• Latanoprost

Latanoprost is an eye drop approved to reduce eye pressure in people with glaucoma or high eye pressure. This eMedTV segment describes how latanoprost works, explains when and how to use the medicine, and lists possible side effects of the drug.

• Side Effects of Latanoprost

Red eyes, eyelash changes, and blurry vision are common side effects of latanoprost. This eMedTV page describes other common latanoprost side effects and also lists rare but potentially serious side effects that require immediate medical attention.

• What Is Latanoprost Used For?

Latanoprost is used for lowering eye pressure in people with ocular hypertension or open angle glaucoma. This eMedTV resource describes how the medicine works for these conditions and explores possible off-label latanoprost uses.

• Latanoprost Dosage

The standard latanoprost dosage is one drop into the affected eye(s) once a day in the evening. This eMedTV article offers other latanoprost dosing information and includes a list of tips and precautions for using the eye drop.

• Drug Interactions With Latanoprost

Bimatoprost, NSAID eye drops, and any other eye drops may cause drug interactions with latanoprost. As this eMedTV Web page explains, these interactions could reduce the effectiveness of latanoprost or cause other problems.

• Precautions and Warnings With Latanoprost

You should not use latanoprost if you currently have eye inflammation. This eMedTV segment offers more precautions and warnings with latanoprost, including a list of other side effects that may occur and information on who should not use this drug.