Hippocrates Health Search Results from the Invisible Web

xalatan : Drugs Search Results from the Invisible Web

Drug Search Results powered by CloserLook Search
:: Overview :: Precautions :: Side Effects :: Further Reading Search results last updated: 9/17/2008

Generic & Brand Name : Source: (RXList)

Brand Name : Xalatan
Generic Name : Latanoprost Ophthalmic

Overview (Source: MedicineNet)
Latanoprost, a derivative of the chemical, prostaglandin F2-alpha, is used for the treatment of glaucoma . Glaucoma is a condition in which the pressure exerted by the liquid within the eyeball (the aqueous humor) is too great. The high pressure damages the optic nerve at the back of the eye. The damage interferes with the ability of the nerve to transmit visual images from the eye to the brain and thus can lead to blindness. Latanoprost, by binding 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 latanoprost and timolol (Timoptic) (a different drug that also is used to treat glaucoma) are used in combination, there is a greater reduction in pressure than when either drug is used alone. Latanoprost was approved by the FDA in 1996. ...
[ read more.. ]

Get A Second Opinion From...
MedLinePlusWhy is this medication prescribed?
DrugDigestWhat is/are Xalatan Eyedrops?
DrugInfoOnlinexalatan

Precautions (Source: MedLinePlus)
Before using latanoprost, tell your doctor and pharmacist if you are allergic to latanoprost or any other drugs. tell your doctor and pharmacist what prescription and nonprescription medications you are taking, including vitamins. tell your doctor if you have inflammation of the eye, and if you have or have ever had liver or kidney disease. tell your doctor if you are pregnant, plan to become pregnant, or are breast-feeding. If you become pregnant while using latanoprost, call your doctor. if you are having surgery, including dental surgery, tell the doctor or dentist that you are using latanoprost. ...
[ read more.. ]


Get A Second Opinion From...
RXList Warnings & Precautions
DrugDigest What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Side Effects (Source: MedLinePlus)
Latanoprost may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away: stinging, burning, itching, watering, or swelling of the eye; redness of the eyelids; irritation; dry eyes. Latanoprost may increase the brown pigmentation in your iris, changing your eye color to brown. The pigmentation changes may be more noticeable in patients who already have some brown eye coloring. Latanoprost may also cause your eyelashes to grow longer and thicker and darken in color. These changes usually occurs slowly, but they may be permanent. If you use latanoprost in only one eye, you should know that there may be a difference between your eyes after taking latanoprost. Call your doctor if you notice these changes. If you experience a serious side effect, you or your doctor may send a report to the Food and Drug Administration's (FDA) MedWatch Adverse Event Reporting program online [at http://www.fda.gov/MedWatch/index.html ] or by phone [1-800-332-1088]. ...
[ read more.. ]


Get A Second Opinion From...
RXList Side Effects & Drug Interactions
DrugDigest What side effects may I notice from this medicine?
DrugInfoOnline xalatan

Further Reading on xalatan

DISCLAIMER: The content provided by this site and/or this page is for information purposes only. Closerlook Search Services Inc. does not warrant or guarantee accuracy or timeliness of any information returned on this page even if such information appears in any search results accessed through Closerlook Search Services Inc. website properties.