What is Latanoprost? Uses, warnings & side effects

Updated May 14, 2025  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Latanoprost overview

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  • Latanoprost

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What is Latanoprost used for?

Latanoprost is a medication that lowers pressure inside the eye. Latanoprost is used to treat eye diseases such as glaucoma. Latanoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogues. Latanoprost is a generic medication also sold under the trade name Xalatan by Pfizer. Latanoprost became available generically in 2011. In the treatment of glaucoma, latanoprost use is very common.

What form(s) does Latanoprost come in?

What are common Latanoprost dosages?

  • Bottle 1GM of

  • Bottle 2.5ML of 0.005%

  • Bottle 7.5ML of 0.005%

Latanoprost images - What does Latanoprost look like?

  • Latanoprost
    2.5ml of 0.005% bottle

How to take Latanoprost

What to do if you miss a dose of Latanoprost

Latanoprost contraindications - Who shouldn't take Latanoprost?

Latanoprost warnings

Latanoprost interactions & what to avoid when taking Latanoprost

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