Description
| Medicine | |
| Alchohol Interaction | No interaction found |
| Pregnancy Interaction | Xalacom Eye Drop is unsafe to use during pregnancy.There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor. |
| Lactation Interaction | Xalacom Eye Drop is probably safe to use during lactation. \nLimited human data suggests that the drug does not represent a significant risk to the baby.To reduce the amount of Xalacom Eye Drop that reaches the breastmilk, place pressure over the corner of the eye for 1 minute or more, then remove the excess solution with an absorbent tissue. |
| Expert Advice | Latanoprost (topical) helps lower high pressure in the eye and reduces the risk of vision loss. For best results, put one drop once a day in the evening/night in the affected eye(s). Apply pressure on the corner of the eye (close to the nose) for about 1 minute, immediately after instilling the drop. Latanoprost (topical) may cause brown pigmentation of the iris which may be permanent. Your eyelashes may become more dense and eyelid skin may darken. These changes should disappear after discontinuing Latanoprost (topical). Store an unopened bottle in a refrigerator (2-8 degree Celsius). Once opened, the bottle may be stored at room temperature upto 25 degree Celsius for upto 6 weeks. Wait for at least 5-10 minutes before delivering the next medication in the same eye to avoid dilution. |
| Common Side Effect | Conjunctival hyperemia , Stinging in the eyes, Foreign body sensation in eyes, Eyelash changes , Eye itching, Burning sensation in eye, Increased iris pigmentation. |
| How to Use | This medicine is for external use only.Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye/ear without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid or ear. Wipe off extra liquid. |
| Driving | Do not drive unless you are feeling well. |
| Kidney | Xalacom Eye Drop is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Xalacom Eye Drop may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor. |
| Liver | There is limited information available on the use of Xalacom Eye Drop in patients with liver disease. Please consult your doctor. |
| Mechanism of action | Latanoprost (topical) is a prostaglandin analogue. It works by increasing the natural flow of fluid from the eye, thereby lowering pressure in the eye. |
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