Xalatan is a prescription medicine licensed to reduce eye pressure caused by certain conditions. This eMedTV resource explains how the eye drops work, explores their effects, and explains when and how to use them.
Some of the common side effects of Xalatan include itching, burning, and stinging. This eMedTV segment explores the severity of these Xalatan side effects and lists other side effects that may occur, including rare but potentially serious problems.
Xalatan is used for treating high eye pressure in people with ocular hypertension or open angle glaucoma. This eMedTV Web page covers Xalatan uses in more detail and explains whether the medication is suitable for use in children.
The standard Xalatan dosage is one drop into the affected eye(s) once a day in the evening. This eMedTV resource offers more detailed Xalatan dosing guidelines, including tips on how to use the eye drop and safety information on the product.
NSAID eye drops (and any other eye drops) can cause Xalatan drug interactions. This page from the eMedTV library lists other products that may interact with Xalatan. Drug interactions could potentially reduce the effectiveness of Xalatan.
Some people may notice that Xalatan changes the color of their eyes. This eMedTV Web page lists other side effects or complications that may occur with Xalatan. Warnings and precautions on who should not use this eye drop are also included here.
Although a Xalatan (latanoprost ophthalmic solution) overdose seems likely, it is possible. This part of the eMedTV site explores the potential effects of a Xalatan overdose and explains what treatment options are available for an overdose.
The full risks of using Xalatan (latanoprost ophthalmic solution) during pregnancy are not known. This eMedTV resource offers a more in-depth look at Xalatan and pregnancy, and explains what happened when the drug was given to pregnant animals.
It is not known whether Xalatan (latanoprost ophthalmic solution) is safe for breastfeeding women. This eMedTV page offers more information on Xalatan and breastfeeding, and explains whether the drug is likely to pass through breast milk.
Xalatan (latanoprost ophthalmic solution) is not yet available in generic form. This article from the eMedTV archives explores when generic Xalatan could become available and explains the difference between a generic drug and its "generic name."
