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๐๏ธ๐ง Latanoprost Eye Drops 0.005%
๐งช Nature / Drug Class
๐น Prostaglandin F2ฮฑ analog
๐น Ophthalmic solution
๐น Reduces intraocular pressure (IOP)
๐น Increases outflow of aqueous humor
๐ฉบ Purpose / Indications
โ Used to treat:
- ๐ง Open-angle glaucoma
- ๐๏ธ Ocular hypertension
- Prevents optic nerve damage and vision loss
โ๏ธ Advantages
โ๏ธ Once-daily dosing (usually at bedtime)
โ๏ธ More effective IOP lowering than some other drug classes
โ๏ธ Well-tolerated, minimal systemic absorption
โ๏ธ Can be used with other antiglaucoma agents if needed
๐ฆ Common Packaging
๐ฆ Available in:
- 2.5 mL and 5 mL plastic dropper bottles
- 0.005% concentration = 50 ยตg/mL
๐ Each bottle typically lasts 4 weeks with once-daily use
โ ๏ธ Patient Advice / Precautions
๐ Use once daily at night in the affected eye(s)
๐งผ Wash hands before and after use
๐๏ธ Avoid touching the dropper tip to eye or surfaces
๐ Use before bedtime to maximize effect and minimize irritation
๐ May cause gradual darkening of iris or eyelid skin
๐ชฎ May increase eyelash growth (length, thickness)
๐ซ Contraindications / Cautions
โ Hypersensitivity to latanoprost or ingredients
โ ๏ธ Use with caution in:
- History of uveitis or macular edema
- Aphakic or pseudophakic patients
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding (only if prescribed)
๐ง Storage
๐ง Unopened: Store in refrigerator (2โ8ยฐC)
๐ก๏ธ After opening: Keep at room temp (<25ยฐC) for up to 4 weeks
โ๏ธ Protect from light
๐ง Keep out of reach of children