Latanoprost
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue eye drop used to lower intraocular pressure. Listed uses include Glaucoma and Ocular Hypertension.
Key points
- It controls pressure but does not reverse existing vision loss.
- Eye colour, eyelash and eyelid changes can occur gradually.
- Eye pain, sudden visual change or severe inflammation needs urgent care.
Listings are for comparison and general information; suitability and supply depend on clinician and pharmacy checks, monitoring and prescription requirements.
Important safety checks
Eye inflammation, lens status, herpes eye history, contact lenses and other eye drops require review.
When to seek urgent care
Seek urgent help for severe eye pain, sudden vision loss, marked redness with light sensitivity or facial swelling.
Further reading
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