Latanoprost eye drops. Price, instructions for use, reviews

Latanoprost is an effective drug for the treatment of glaucoma, which is applied topically and improves the condition of the visual apparatus. Eye drops are considered relatively safe and effective, their price is average, but the minimum consumption allows patients to take a full course when necessary. Before starting treatment with a remedy, you must first visit a doctor who will prescribe the optimal course for the patient.

Terms of dispensing from pharmacies, drug price

The cost of the drug is not known, which is associated with the termination of its sale in pharmacies in different regions. But earlier the price was about 300-500 rubles. per bottle.

Dispensing of the medication is carried out after the presentation of a certified prescription form from a doctor. This reduces the risk of developing various complications against the background of independent uncontrolled admission.

Composition and action

Latanoprost - eye drops (the price of the product is average, but it is justified by its effectiveness) based on the active ingredient of the same name, which has the main therapeutic effect.

The composition contains standard auxiliary ingredients:

• Sodium in the form of hydrogen phosphate.
• Sodium dihydrogen phosphate.
• Benzalkonium chloride.
• Prepared water.
• Sodium chloride.

Additional ingredients do not have a therapeutic effect on the tissues; they are present in the drops to ensure the correct formula. Drops are packaged in standard plastic containers of 2.5 ml with a special convenient dropper that facilitates application. Each standard bottle is placed in a small package made of thick cardboard to it the description is attached, it contains exactly all the features, nuances of therapeutic use, possible negative reactions.

The principle of action of the drug is based on the ability of the active ingredient to reduce performance intraocular pressure by improving the outflow of intraocular fluid, which can provoke raising the numbers. In this case, the patient's condition immediately improves. Against the background of the use of the medication, there is a decrease in the risk of progression of the pathological condition.

Latanoprost also has other properties:

• Helps to improve tissue nutrition in the eyeball, which reduces the risk of various negative symptoms in the background of glaucoma progression. Many patients experience short-term or long-term deterioration of visual function in the presence of glaucoma.
• It somewhat reduces eye fatigue during prolonged stress, especially in patients whose professional activities are related to working at a computer.
• Improves blood circulation and prevents the accumulation of large amounts of fluid, provoking an increase in intraocular pressure. Despite stimulating the outflow of fluid, the drug does not affect its secretion, which prevents the development of complications.

The drug is usually well tolerated by patients, does not adversely affect the blood-ophthalmic barrier. This is considered an advantage over other products with similar properties.

Despite local application, the active ingredient of the composition enters the systemic circulation after absorption into the cornea. In the intraocular fluid, the maximum concentration of the active substance is reached 2 hours after the application of a single therapeutic dosage.

The concentration of the substance in the blood is insignificant, but with prolonged use it can increase. The penetration of the ingredient into breast milk, as well as biological fluids in the patient's body, is noted. The processing of the active ingredient is carried out in the liver. If the functioning of this organ is disrupted, a slowdown in the metabolic process and a decrease in the therapeutic effect are noted, but insignificant.

When applied, the therapeutic effect develops in about 3-4 hours, depending on the individual characteristics of the organism. For 24 hours after the administration of a single therapeutic dosage, the effect persists, which makes it possible to use the drug less often. The excretion of metabolic products of the active active substance occurs with the help of the normal functioning of the kidneys, the process takes minimal time.

The metabolism of the ingredient in the tissues of the eye does not occur, its accumulation in biological fluids is not noted. Some medicines with similar properties can provoke an overdose precisely due to the accumulating effect.

Indications and contraindications for use

Latanoprost is prescribed mainly for diagnosing various forms of glaucoma. The high cost is not considered an obstacle for many patients, as the eye drops are highly effective.

Other indications for the use of healing drops include the following conditions:

• Increased intraocular pressure in the presence of neurological diseases. Patients may not have other symptoms of glaucoma, but an increase in indicators provokes severe disorders and worsens the general condition.
• Disorders from small vessels, which can provoke the accumulation of intraocular fluid and an increase in intraocular pressure.
• Concomitant diseases affecting the visual apparatus, often accompanied by ocular hypertension.

The drug is often prescribed as part of the general multicomponent treatment of neurological and vascular diseases, but only according to indications. Sometimes the application is necessary in order to increase the effectiveness of the treatment.

The drug is not prescribed when diagnosing the intolerance of the components in its composition, both basic and auxiliary. This can lead to the development of negative reactions from the internal organs.

Barriers to therapy include the lactation period and different periods of bearing the child. In the official description, this condition is not indicated as an absolute contraindication, but there is also no safety data. Only in special cases, the medicine is used according to strict indications and after a preliminary diagnostic examination.

Children and adolescents under 18 years of age are considered an absolute contraindication for treatment. Typically, such patients do not require the appointment of drops.

There are several relative barriers to therapy:

• Liver failure. Since the drug is processed in the liver, it can provoke complications if the organ is not functioning properly. The decision on the appointment of drops in the presence of such a violation is made by the doctor in each case individually.
• Kidney pathology in acute and chronic form. Lack of organ function can lead to aggravation of symptoms or provoke concomitant deviations from other organs.
• Internal bleeding due to trauma or damage to the mucous membranes of the digestive tract. Despite the absence of the effect of the ingredients on the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines, in patients, manifestations may be aggravated in the presence of pathologies of these organs of a chronic form.
• Acute mental disorders.
• Patients have a history of allergy to such drugs.
• Diagnosis of rupture of the posterior lens capsule. The drug in this case is rarely used, only in the presence of acute symptoms and the impossibility of prescribing less dangerous medicines.
• Macular edema in acute form. Drops for such a violation are prescribed with extreme caution and not so often.
• Congenital glaucoma is also considered a relative contraindication. Usually, for such violations, the appointment of other medications is required.

Patients of advanced and middle age use the remedy with caution and after examination by an ophthalmologist. This is due to the fact that such patients often have chronic pathologies of organs and systems, eyes, and improper use of drops can provoke an aggravation of symptoms.

Latanoprost - eye drops, the price of which can be medium and high, capable of provoking negative reactions if the instructions are violated. But even if all the rules are followed, complications can arise, especially against the background of prolonged treatment.

Disorders affect internal organs and systems, and not just the area of ​​application. The most common complication is an allergic reaction to the components of the composition. It is manifested by swelling of the tissues of the eye, lacrimation and itching. Patients report difficulty in blinking, as well as temporary deterioration in vision. Symptoms usually disappear after discontinuation of therapy for a short period of time on their own.

Only sometimes the allergy is aggravated, it spreads not only to the visual apparatus, but also to the skin of the face and body. Patients report a rash and severe itching. In a severe course of the condition, the use of special treatment regimens is required. Patients may be disturbed by systemic disorders in the form of headache, severe dizziness and stool disorder. If there is a history of acute, subacute pathologies of the respiratory system, dyspnea may appear during exertion and at rest.

Nonspecific chest pain may appear in patients with pathologies of the cardiovascular system. These symptoms are rare. If negative reactions occur, you must immediately abandon the therapeutic use of healing drops and visit a doctor. The decision on the appointment of any medication is made by the doctor.

Instructions for use

The prescription of the drug is always local, that is, it is injected into the conjunctival sac when certain symptoms occur and with the approval of the doctor.

Usually, a standard therapeutic regimen is used for patients, which involves the introduction of an agent into each eye, 1 drop once a day. Depending on the pathological disorder, the duration of therapeutic use may differ. It is allowed to inject effective drops into both eyes or only into one, if in the other the symptoms of pathology are not observed.

With glaucoma

Latanoprost - eye drops (the price of the product may differ, since it is not so easy to find the drug in pharmacies), which are often prescribed for glaucoma of varying severity. Usually, the therapy regimen is standard, that is, it involves the introduction of a medication in the amount of 1 drop into the affected eye, the manipulation is repeated once a day.

Experts recommend to carry out the procedure before bedtime, which allows you to achieve maximum effect. Before manipulation, you should thoroughly wash your hands using special means, take a comfortable position in which drops will fall into the conjunctival sac.

When instilling, it is important to prevent contact of the tip of the bottle with the cornea, as this can lead to the penetration of microbes with repeated use, the development of bacterial conjunctivitis. After manipulation, it is recommended to close your eyes; to improve the distribution of the product, you should gently massage the eyelids with your fingers for several seconds.

Therapy for such a violation lasts up to 2 weeks, but in each case the duration is determined individually.

With an increase in intraocular pressure of another origin

Sometimes patients have increased intraocular pressure as a result of brain pathologies, vascular damage. In this case, the drug is used in short courses to normalize the condition.

The therapy regimen involves the careful introduction of 1 drop of the solution into the affected eye 1 time per day. The optimal time for administration is the evening, but in each case the patient can choose for himself the period when the drops bring the most pronounced result.

The duration of the therapeutic course is 1 week, the correction of the duration is carried out individually at an appointment with an ophthalmologist. It is strongly discouraged to prolong therapy or increase the therapeutic dose.

Efficiency

The drug is considered effective for patients, despite the long period of onset of therapeutic action. Feedback from patients confirms the preservation of the therapeutic effect throughout the day, which is considered a high indicator.

The effectiveness increases with the correct and timely use of the drug, decreases in case of violation of recommendations and independent use without preliminary examination.

Analogs

Latanoprost - eye drops (the price of drops for some patients is considered an obstacle to use), which have analogues with similar medicinal properties. Substitutes can be of a different composition, but can often be used by patients.

Substitute name	Peculiarities
Glaumax	The drug is based on latanoprost, which is most often used as a substitute. It is considered effective, available in the form of drops for topical use by injection into the eye, helps to reduce intraocular pressure and prevent the development of complications against the background of its increase. The medication is prescribed to patients with different forms of glaucoma, the duration of use is determined individually, taking into account the nuances of the course of the pathology. The cost of the funds is approximately 450-540 rubles.
Glauprost	Another medication based on latanoprost, which is considered effective and is used in the diagnosis of acute or chronic glaucoma. With an increase in intraocular pressure against the background of other diseases, the medication can also be used as directed by a doctor. The medicine is available as standard eye drops that are easy to use. Usually, the duration of the patient's treatment does not exceed 2 weeks, but longer courses can be carried out if necessary. The cost of an analogue ranges from 300-500 rubles.
Xalatan	One of the most effective, but expensive substitutes, the price of which is 590-650 rubles. The drug has an effect due to the presence of such an active substance, helps to reduce performance intraocular pressure, prevents the progression of diseases that often develop against the background glaucoma. The use of the medication must be approved by a doctor, as otherwise it provokes negative reactions from the internal organs.
Xalatamax	The drug is based on latanoprost, which can be used as a substitute in the absence of the original in pharmacies. The tool reduces intraocular pressure and at the same time helps to alleviate the condition when concomitant deviations from the visual apparatus appear. Usually, drops are used according to a certain standard scheme, like the original, but an examination by an ophthalmologist is always required. You can buy an analog for about 450-530 rubles.

Despite the similar composition of all substitutes, their use is not allowed without examination by an ophthalmologist. Otherwise, a significant deterioration of the condition is possible, the development of negative reactions from the internal organs.

Latanoprost is an effective anti-glaucoma drug, often prescribed when patients have symptoms of this disease. The price of the product may differ in different pharmacies, but it is rather difficult to find it. Eye drops can only be used as directed by a doctor, but in their absence, it is allowed to use analogues with similar medicinal properties.

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