What Are Xalatan Eye Drops Used For?

Xalatan eye drops are available by prescription only. With five years of safety data under their belt, the makers of Xalatan eye drops created an effective product that reduces high eye pressure. High eye pressure often leads to glaucoma. Glaucoma is a debilitating disease that steals the sight from unknowing people.

How it Works

• With one drop of Xalatan, the fluid formed in the drainage channels releases, thus reducing pressure off the eyes. Xalatan allows the drainage channels to open up.

How to Use Xalatan

• Meticulous washing of the hands is an important task before administering one drop of Xalatan into each eye.

Side Effects

• Side effects occur as with most other medications, but blurred vision, eye dryness, redness, mild foreign body sensation and any burning or stinging is to be expected. Upper respiratory tract congestion, joint pain and a rash are rare side effects and patients should see their doctor immediately.

Benefits

• Xalatan provides an easy to use method of reducing eye pressure and decreasing the risk of developing glaucoma.

Precautions

• There are precautions to using Xalatan, such as a change in pigmentation of the eye. In addition, women should not use Xalatan if they are breast-feeding and Xalatan may worsen other eye conditions.