Latanoprost
Also sold as: Xalatan, 9 PM
Prescription neededEye and ear medicines
Comes as:Eye drops
Usual adult dose
Glaucoma: 1 drop in the affected eye once a day in the evening. Do not use it more often — it then works less well. Keep unopened bottles in the fridge.
Your doctor may give you a different dose. Children's doses depend on weight.
Side effects
Common
- red eyes
- stinging
- darker colour of the iris
- longer and darker eyelashes
Serious — get help
Stop taking it and see a doctor straight away if you notice:
- eye pain or swelling
- sudden worsening of vision
Do not take it, or take care, if
- Eye inflammation (uveitis) or recent eye surgery (use with caution)
- Pregnancy (ask your doctor)
- Contact lenses: remove before the drops and wait 15 minutes
Interactions
No important interactions are listed in our database. Still tell your doctor or pharmacist everything you take.