What do I need to tell my doctor BEFORE I take Xalatan?
If you have an allergy to latanoprost or any other part of Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)).
This is not a list of all drugs or health problems that interact with Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)).
Tell your doctor and pharmacist about all of your drugs (prescription or OTC, natural products, vitamins) and health problems. You must check to make sure that it is safe for you to take Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)) with all of your drugs and health problems. Do not start, stop, or change the dose of any drug without checking with your doctor.
What are some things I need to know or do while I take Xalatan?
Tell all of your health care providers that you take Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)). This includes your doctors, nurses, pharmacists, and dentists.
Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan on getting pregnant. You will need to talk about the benefits and risks of using Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)) while you are pregnant.
How is this medicine (Xalatan) best taken?
Use Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)) as ordered by your doctor. Read all information given to you. Follow all instructions closely.
Take out contact lenses before using Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)). Lenses may be put back in 15 minutes after Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)) is given. Do not put contacts back in if your eyes are irritated or infected.
Eye color may change to a brown color. This change may be long-lasting. Eye color changes may happen a few months to years after starting Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)). If eye color changes, call the doctor.
What are some other side effects of Xalatan?
This medicine may cause eyelash changes like dark eyelashes, thickness, or more eyelashes. Most of the time, these changes go back to normal after Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)) is stopped.
How do I store and/or throw out Xalatan?
Store unopened bottles in the refrigerator. Do not freeze.
Store opened bottles at room temperature. Throw away any part not used after 6 weeks.
Some drugs may have another patient information leaflet. Check with your pharmacist. If you have any questions about Xalatan (latanoprost eye drops (solution)), please talk with your doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or other health care provider.
What is the difference between Xelpros and Xalatan?