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LATIM EYE DROPS 0.05mg Drops 2.5ml
- Does this requires a prescription ? Yes
- Generic Name: Latanoprost:0.05mg
- Manufactured by : Macquins International
- Drug Strength : 0.05mg
- Drug Form : Drops
- Pack Size : 2.5ml
- Product SKU : dis_34002
Latanoprost:0.05mg | Prostaglandin analogues
Manufactured / Marketed By : Macquins Product Form : DropsPack Size : 2.5mlIngredients : Latanoprost:0.05mgGeneric Category : Prostaglandin analogues
How it works
LATIM EYE DROPS 0.05mg Drops 2.5ml works by reducing the fluid pressure inside the eyes.
Side effects
Major & minor side effects for LATIM EYE DROPS 0.05mg Drops 2.5ml
- Redness of the eye
- Swelling of eyelids
- Blurred vision
- Darkening of eyelid skin color
- Burning and stinging of eye
- Eye pain
- Eye irritation
- Skin rash rare
- Inflammation of the iris rare
Uses of LATIM EYE DROPS 0.05mg Drops 2.5ml
What is it prescribed for?
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Intraocular hypertension
This medicine is used for the treatment of patients suffering from intraocular hypertension to reduce the fluid pressure inside the eyes.
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Open angle Glaucoma
This medicine is used to reduce the fluid pressure inside the eyes of patients suffering from open-angle glaucoma, a condition characterized by progressive damage to the optic nerve that may lead to vision loss.
Concerns
Frequently asked questions
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Onset of action
The effect of this medicine can be observed within 3 to 4 hours of administration of the dose.
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Duration of Effect
The amount of time for which this medicine remains active in the body is not clinically established.
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Safe with Alchohol?
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. It is advisable to consult your doctor before consumption.
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Is it habit forming?
No habit-forming tendencies were reported.
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Usage in pregnancy?
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Usage while breast-feeding?
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any adverse effects.
When not to use?
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Allergy
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to LATIM EYE DROPS 0.05mg Drops 2.5ml or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.
Warnings
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Pregnancy
This medicine is not recommended for use in pregnant women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine.
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Breast-feeding
This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless necessary. All the risks and benefits should be discussed with the doctor before using this medicine. Your doctor may prescribe a safer alternative based on your clinical condition. If the medicine is used, monitor the infant closely for any adverse effects.
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Bacterial keratitis
If the ophthalmic solution of this medicine is contaminated by bacteria, it can lead to an infection of the cornea (bacterial keratitis). Patients are advised to take all hygienic precautions to ensure that the medicine is not contaminated.
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Contact lens
This medicine is not recommended for use if you are wearing soft contact lenses in your eyes. The lens should be removed prior to administration of the eye drops and can be reinserted after 15 minutes of administration.
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Eyelash changes and Pigmentation
Use of this medicine may cause some changes in eyelashes such as an increased length, thickness, pigmentation, the number of lashes or hairs, and misdirected growth of eyelashes. This medicine may also change the eye color by increasing the amount of brown pigment in the iris.
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Use in pediatrics
This medicine is not recommended for use in patients below 18 years of age since the safety and efficacy of use are not clinically established. However, your doctor may prescribe this medicine if the benefits significantly outweigh the risks. In such a case, the patient should be monitored closely for any adverse effects and any unusual symptoms should be reported to the doctor promptly.
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Driving or operating machines
This medicine may cause blurred vision in some patients. It is advised that you do not perform any activities such as driving a vehicle or operating machinery if you experience this symptom during treatment with this medicine.
Dosage
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Missed Dose
Administer the missed dose as soon as you remember. If it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose. Do not double your dose to make up for the missed one.
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Overdose
Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.
Interactions
Interaction with Medicines- Bimatoprost moderate
- Travoprost moderate
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a history of herpetic keratitis due to the increased risk of severe adverse effects. It is not recommended for use in patients with an active herpetic keratitis since it may worsen the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with a known history of respiratory disorders such as bronchial asthma or severe chronic obstructive pulmonary disease due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with macular edema due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with uveitis or active intraocular inflammation due to the increased risk of worsening of the patient's condition. Replacement with a suitable alternative may be required based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with renal diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of renal function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
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moderate
This medicine should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases due to the increased risk of adverse effects. Close monitoring of liver function, appropriate dose adjustments, or replacement with a suitable alternative may be necessary based on the clinical condition of the patient.
General Instructions
Use this medicine exactly as prescribed. Do not administer in larger or smaller amounts than advised/prescribed. Consult the doctor if you experience any undesirable side effects. Ensure that the treatment course is completed. Do not stop the use of this medicine without consulting your doctor.
Other details
- Usage does not depend on food timings
- To be taken as instructed by doctor
- Does not cause sleepiness
References
- drugbank - Latanoprost [Internet]. Available from: https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00654 [cited 2/27/2021]. 2021
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