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(also known as Latanoprost)
Latanoprost 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.
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Treatment Success Rate
| Top 5 Communities | ||
| Condition | Members | Success |
| Glaucoma | 43 |
86% |
| Blindness & Visual Impa... | 12 |
75% |
| Depression - Teen | 1 |
100% |
Overall, 84% (56
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Xalatan Reviews
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didn't work
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dr. put me on it a yr ago. I guess it's working not too sure will also find out about that the end of the month.
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Stopped keeping the pressure down and changed it to other eye drops.
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been on for about two months has brought pressures down alittle, but not fast enough for doctor. He is giving me about 6 months, and if pressure doen not go down more, will try another.
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didnt work
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WORKED PRETTY GOOD FOR SEVERAL YEARS JUST RECENTLY THE DOCTOR ADDED ALPHAGAN PRESSURE WAS UP A LITTLE LAST VISIT.
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Xalatan seems to cause a lot of oily skin, complexion problems; also darkens lids and orbital area; also lengthens/darkens lashes (sometimes have to trim lashes with scissors because they bump into glass lenses).
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This medication did work, but was more evasive on my eyes. They made them itch, and get infected.
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Works but not enough by itself
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also working
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xalatan and children
There are natural cures that are safe and effective. Cures means no more glaucoma instead of just "treating" it for life. [More] -
xalatan and children
QueenieEJC, thanks for your reply. yes, he is seeing a glaucoma specialist. A pediatric doc that is out of state and a local MD with few children in ... [More] -
xalatan and children
Is your son being treated by a glaucoma specialist? I find mine is the best source of information. [More] -
xalatan and children
Some additional info from J's Dad. I read my question this morning and realized it was a bit criptic by not including details. I have a 10 y/o son ... [More] -
xalatan and children
Any information on the use of xalatan for children is wanted. This can be personal accounts or simply info on where to find info. thanks for your help [More]
