Possible side effects.
The most common side effects after using LATISSE® are an itching sensation in the eyes and/or eye redness, which were reported in approximately 4% of clinical trial patients. LATISSE® solution may cause other less common side effects which typically occur close to where LATISSE® is applied. These include skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness of the eyes and redness of the eyelids.
Special warnings.
LATISSE® solution is intended for use on the skin of the upper
eyelid margins at the base of the eyelashes. Refer to the illustration
below. DO NOT APPLY to the lower lid. If you are using LUMIGAN®
ophthalmic solution or other products for elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), or if you have a history
of abnormal IOP, you should only use LATISSE® under the close supervision
of your physician. If you develop or experience any eye problems or have eye surgery,
consult your doctor immediately about continued use of LATISSE®.
LATISSE® solution use may cause darkening of the eyelid skin which may be reversible. Although not seen in the clinical studies, may also cause increased brown iris pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely to be permanent. Increased iris pigmentation has occurred when the same formulation of bimatoprost ophthalmic solution was instilled directly into the eye.
It is possible for hair growth to occur in other areas of your skin that LATISSE® frequently touches. Any excess solution outside the upper eyelid margin should be blotted with a tissue or other absorbent material to reduce the chance of this happening. It is possible for a difference in eyelash length, thickness, fullness, pigmentation (darkness), number of eyelash hairs and/or direction of eyelash growth to occur between eyes (e.g., results may vary for each eye). These differences, should they occur, will usually go away if you stop using LATISSE®.
Some important application tips.
When applying LATISSE® solution, it's important to follow the
complete directions. Here are a few simple things to keep in mind:
- Do not apply in the eye or to the lower eyelid.
- Only use the sterile applicators supplied with LATISSE®
to apply the product.
- Don't allow the tip of the bottle, or applicator, to touch fingers
or any other unintended surface, as contamination by common bacteria is known to
cause infections.
- Remove contact lenses prior to applying LATISSE®.
Contact lenses may be reinserted 15 minutes afterward.
- Remember, if you stop using LATISSE®, lashes will
gradually return to their previous appearance.
To learn more, ask your doctor and see the Product
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