Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic
Generic name: latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic [ la-TAN-oh-PROS-teen-BUE-nod-off-THAL-mik ]
Brand name: Vyzulta
Dosage form: ophthalmic solution (0.024%)
Drug class:Ophthalmic glaucoma agents
What is latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic?
Latanoprostene bunod lowers pressure inside the eye by increasing the amount of fluid that drains from the eye.
Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic (for the eyes) is used to treat open-angle glaucoma or other causes of high pressure inside the eye.
Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic may also be used for purposes not listed in this medication guide.
Warnings
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Before taking this medicine
You should not use latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic if you are allergic to it.
To make sure latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic is safe for you, tell your doctor if you have ever had:
swelling or an infection in your eye;
retinal detachment; or
eye surgery or injury affecting the lens of your eye.
Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic may cause a gradual change in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, usually an increase in brown pigment. You may also notice increased growth or thickness of your eyelashes. These changes occur slowly and you may not notice them for months or years. Color changes may be permanent even after your treatment ends, and may occur only in the eye being treated. This could result in a cosmetic difference in eye or eyelash color from one eye to the other.
It is not known whether this medicine will harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant.
It is not known whether latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic passes into breast milk or if it could affect the nursing baby. Tell your doctor if you are breast-feeding.
Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic is not approved for use by anyone younger than 16 years old.
How should I use latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic?
Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use this medicine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
The usual dose of this medicine is 1 drop into the affected eye every evening. Follow your doctor's dosing instructions very carefully.
Do not use this medicine while wearing contact lenses. Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic may contain a preservative that can discolor soft contact lenses. Wait at least 15 minutes after using this medicine before putting in your contact lenses.
Wash your hands before using the eye drops.
To apply the eye drops:
Tilt your head back slig...
