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What is Xalatan
Approved as Treatment by the FDA
Latanoprost, otherwise called Xalatan, is approved by the FDA for 4 uses including chronic angle-closure glaucoma with previous peripheral iridotomy or laser iridoplasty and Open Angle Glaucoma .Effectiveness
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The measure of Xalatan is dependent upon the diagnosed condition, including Ocular Hypertension, Open Angle Glaucoma and chronic angle-closure glaucoma with prior peripheral iridotomy or laser iridoplasty. Dosage likewise shifts as indicated by the technique of delivery (e.g. Solution - Ophthalmic or Ophthalmic) presented in the table beneath.Warnings
Xalatan ContraindicationsXalatan Novel Uses: Which Conditions Have a Clinical Trial Featuring Xalatan?
34 active studies are being conducted to determine the potential of Xalatan to proffer Open Angle Glaucoma, Ocular Hypertension and counter inadequate reactions to other therapies.Xalatan Reviews: What are patients saying about Xalatan?
Patient Q&A Section about xalatan
These questions and answers are submitted by anonymous patients, and have not been verified by our internal team.What is Xalatan used to treat?
"Latanoprost is used to lower eye pressure in patients with glaucoma or ocular hypertension. The drug works by increasing the outflow of fluid from the eye, which reduces intraocular pressure."
Does Xalatan need to be refrigerated?
"Xalatan® should be stored in the refrigerator before it is opened. Once opened, it can be kept in the refrigerator for up to six weeks or at room temperature for the same amount of time."
What type of drug is Xalatan?
"Latanoprost is a substance that is similar to a natural body chemical called prostaglandin. It is used as an eyedrop to treat increased pressure inside the eye. This increased pressure can be caused by open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. These conditions can lead to blindness if they are not treated. Latanoprost reduces pressure in the eye by helping the fluid to drain out of the eye."
What are the side effects of Xalatan?
"If you experience any of the following side effects after using the eye drops, call your doctor immediately: blurred vision, burning/stinging/itching/redness of the eye, feeling as if something is in the eye, changes in eyelash number/color/length/thickness, eyelid skin darkening, browning of the iris, watery eyes, dry eyes."