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Xalatan (U.S.N.L.M.)
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| Dosing | 1 drop qd in the evening. | |
| Chem Specs | latanaprst 0.005% | |
| Quantities | 2.5ml | |
| Cost | 25.00 generic | |
| Class | prostaglandin | |
| Action | Increased uveoscleral aqueous outflow (possibly by loosening intercellular spaces on the ciliary body face.) |
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| Usage | Indicated for the reduction of elevated IOP in open angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. | |
| Side Effects | Pigmentation of the iris, eyelid and eyelashes, and growth of eyelashes. Possible cystoid macular edema in pseudophakes and/or aphakes. Possible reactivation of herpes keratitis. |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to Xalantan or any other ingredient in the product. | |
| Pediatric use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. | |
| Pregnancy | Category C | |
| BAK preserved. | ||