Xalatan Eye Drop
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Product introduction
Xalatan Eye Drop is a medicine used to reduce pressure in the eyes in people with glaucoma and ocular hypertension (high pressure in the eye). If the pressure in your eye is too high it can damage your sight, potentially leading to blindness. It works by helping fluid flow from inside the eye into the blood.
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 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.
Uses of Xalatan Eye Drop
- Glaucoma
- Ocular hypertension
Benefits of Xalatan Eye Drop
In Glaucoma
Xalatan Eye Drop is a medicine used to reduce pressure in your eyes (ocular hypertension). This pressure can lead to an illness called glaucoma. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. This medicine works by helping the fluid to flow from inside the eye into your bloodstream. It may be used alone or with other eye drops. Do not use it too often as that can make it less effective. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled. This could lead to a loss of sight.
In Ocular hypertension
Xalatan Eye Drop belongs to a group of medicines called prostaglandin analogue. It is used to reduce pressure in your eyes. It increases the flow of fluid from inside the eye into the bloodstream thereby lowering the increased eye pressure. If the pressure in your eye is too high, it can damage your sight. You should only use it in the affected eye and take it regularly as prescribed by your doctor. If you stop taking it, the pressure in your eye will not be controlled.
Side effects of Xalatan Eye Drop
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
How to use 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.
How Xalatan Eye Drop works
Xalatan Eye Drop is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the outflow of aqueous humor, thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
Safety advice
Alcohol
No interaction found/established
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
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.
Breast feeding
CAUTION
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.
Driving
UNSAFE
Xalatan Eye Drop may cause blurring of your vision for a short time just after its use. Do not drive until your vision is clear.
Kidney
No interaction found/established
Liver
No interaction found/established
What if you forget to take Xalatan Eye Drop?
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.
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Quick tips
- 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.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Prostaglandin Analogu
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
OPHTHAL
Action Class
PG F2 Alpha analogue
Interaction with drugs
Taking Xalatan with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
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Lornoxicam may increase or decrease efficacy of Latanoprost.
Your doctor may monitor the fluid pressure inside your eye regularly.
Meloxicam may increase or decrease efficacy of Latanoprost.
Your doctor may monitor the fluid pressure inside your eye regularly.
Mefenamic Acid may increase or decrease efficacy of Latanoprost.
Your doctor may monitor the fluid pressure inside your eye regularly.
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Xalatan Eye Drop
Once A Day
80%
Twice A Day
20%
What are you using Xalatan Eye Drop for?
Glaucoma
97%
Others
3%
How much was the improvement?
Excellent
54%
Average
34%
Poor
12%
What were the side-effects while using Xalatan Eye Drop?
Foreign body *
22%
No Side Effec*
22%
Eye pain
11%
Stinging in t*
11%
Foreign body *
11%
*Foreign body sensation in eyes, No Side Effect, Stinging in the eyes, Foreign body sensation
How do you take Xalatan Eye Drop?
With food
50%
Empty stomach
40%
With or witho*
10%
*With or without food
Please rate Xalatan Eye Drop on price
Expensive
74%
Average
19%
Not Expensive
7%
FAQs
Can I use contact lenses while using Xalatan Eye Drop?
Yes, you can use contact lenses while using Xalatan Eye Drop. However, remove your contact lenses before instilling Xalatan Eye Drop. You can re-insert the lenses 15 minutes after instilling Xalatan Eye Drop. Contact your doctor if eye irritation occurs and persists.
Can Xalatan Eye Drop cause a change in eye color?
Yes, continued use of Xalatan Eye Drop may cause a change in the color of the iris, particularly brown pigmentation. This color change is more common in people who have mixed color eyes (blue-brown, grey-brown, yellow-brown or green-brown). The change may be more noticeable if it is used in only one eye. This change in color is likely to be permanent. Additionally, the eyelashes may also become denser and the color of the eyelids may darken. However, this is usually temporary and reverts to normal once the use of Xalatan Eye Drop is discontinued.
Can I use other eye drops along with Xalatan Eye Drop?
If you have to use other eye drops, wait for at least 5 minutes before using them. You should inform your doctor about any other medicine which you are using since it may interfere with the working of Xalatan Eye Drop.
How long do you keep your eyes shut after using Xalatan Eye Drop?
After using the eye drops you should close your eyes for at least 2-3 minutes so that the medicine does not run off and gets absorbed in the eye.
Do you have to refrigerate Xalatan Eye Drop?
Yes, the unopened bottle needs to be refrigerated at 2° to 8°C (36° to 46°F). However, once the bottle is opened for use, it may be stored at room temperature up to 25°C (77°F) for not longer than 6 weeks.
How long does it take for Xalatan Eye Drop to start working?
The pressure in the eyes starts decreasing after about 3-4 hours of using Xalatan Eye Drop and the maximum effect is reached after 8-12 hours.
Can I use Xalatan Eye Drop in the morning?
It is recommended to use Xalatan Eye Drop in the evening for best results. Xalatan Eye Drop, when used in the evening for the first few days, showed significantly effective results in lowering the eye pressure. The effect of this medicine remains for about 24 hours after administration.
When to seek doctor’s advice while using Xalatan Eye Drop?
You should contact your doctor immediately if you develop an eye infection, injury, conjunctivitis, or an eyelid reaction. Along with that, the doctor should be informed if you have undergone any eye surgery earlier. Use Xalatan Eye Drop as prescribed by the doctor.
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