Latanoprost (Xalatan)

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Latanoprost (Ophthalmic)

Brand Names : Xalatan

Description and Brand Names | Before Using | Proper Use | Precautions | Side Effects

Description

Latanoprost (la-TA-noe-prost) is used to treat certain kinds of glaucoma. It is also used to treat a condition called hypertension of the eye. Latanoprost appears to work by increasing the outflow of fluid from the eye. This lowers the pressure in the eye.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage form(s):

Ophthalmic

Ophthalmic solution (eye drops) (U.S.)

Brand Names

Some commonly used brand names are:

In the U.S. -

Xalatan

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Latanoprost (Ophthalmic)

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