Xalatan

Xatalan is an extremely powerful anti-glaucoma drug (agent) a latanoprost. Being considered a true wonder-medication for patients suffering from glaucoma, this medicine has been prescribed for the treating of ophtalmic disorders ever since he has appeared in pharmacies around the globe. Xalatan has a very strong influence regarding the amount of fluid that the glaucomic eye would usually discharge (by increasing this amount of fluid, this drugs helps control the pressure of the patient's eyes).

Follow the instructions that you doctor has given you regarding your treatment. You should not wear contact lenses while applying the drug (put back your lenses 15-20 minutes afterwards). Make sure that your hands are clean while dealing with the drug. Stop using Xalatan if it has changed color. Store the drug in the refrigerator in order to get the best results.

The medicine's action has proved to be extremely helpful in the treatment of several types of glaucoma. Xalatan has also proven to be very useful in the treatment of another disorder, named "hypertension of the human eye". But there are physicians who prescribe Xatalan (among other drugs) as a complementary medicine in the treatment of other disorders.

You should avoid missing a dose of this drug. If you do miss one, you should take it as soon as you remember. Most doctors prescribe Xalatan for daily use (once a day).

Store at room temperature away from sunlight. Keep this and all medications out of the reach of children.

Xalatan's effects vary from one person to another, as they depend on the patient's unique medical condition. You physician should be told everything about any disorders that you are suffering from in order for you to achieve the best results from your treatment with Xalatan. You should inform your physician if you have suffered or are suffering of any of the following medical conditions:

• Iritis;
• Loss of the eye's lens;
• Uveitis;
• Kidney disease;
• Intraocular lens replacement;
• Liver disease.