Xalatan Bottle Of 5ml Eye Drops
Description
Xalatan Eye Drop contains latanoprost as its active component. It is used to reduce the fluid pressure inside the eye in patients suffering from glaucoma and high pressure in the eyes. You need to us
e this medicine as advised by the doctor. Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to it. Avoid wearing contact lenses while instilling these Eye Drops. Before using this medicine, please discuss with your doctor if you have any other eye conditions.
Product Summary
Offer Price | ₹447.40 |
You Save | ₹149.13 (25% on MRP) |
Contains | Latanoprost(0.01 %) |
Therapy | GLAUCOMA DRUGS |
Uses
Contraindications
Side effects
- Eye pain
- Eye discomfort
- Dry eye
- Irritation in the eyes or eyelid
- Itchy eyes
- Redness of the eyes
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
- Xalatan Eye Drop should not be used during pregnancy, as there is limited information about its safety in human pregnancy.
- If you are pregnant or think you may be or are planning for a baby, you should consult your doctor before starting this medicine.
Breast Feeding
Driving
Alcohol
Other General Warnings
- You have any other eye problems like corneal damage, dry eye syndrome, vision or sight disturbances, etc.
- You had any eye surgery or cataract surgery.
- You need to avoid wearing contact lenses while using the Eye Drops.
- You experience irritation, pain, redness of the eye, vision changes, changes in your eyelids, changes in the colour of the iris, or your condition worsens after using this medicine, you may need to discontinue the treatment....
- You notice that your symptoms of asthma have increased or you experience breathlessness, wheezing after using Xalatan Eye Drop.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Directions for Use
- Use Xalatan Eye Drop as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
- Follow all the directions carefully. Do not miss any doses.
- Read the instructions on the label before usage.
- Shake well before use.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after using the Eye Drops.
- If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them and then instil the drops.
- Use the exact number of drops recommended.
- After instilling the drops, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes, do not blink or squeeze.
- Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. It must be kept clean.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a napkin or tissue.
- If you are prescribed any other Eye Drops, you need to keep an interval of at least 5 minutes between both the drops.
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
- You should always tell the doctor if you are taking any other medicines, topical or herbal preparation and supplements to avoid any interaction with Xalatan Eye Drop.
- Concomitant use of Xalatan Eye Drop along with similar types of medicine (prostaglandins, prostaglandin analogues or prostaglandin derivatives) is not recommended.
- If you use another Eye Drop product concomitantly with this medicine, keep a minimum gap of 5 minutes between the application of both the medicines.
Storage and disposal
- Store Xalatan Eye Drop in a clean and dry place.
- Keep it away from children and pets.
- You must not use the Eye Drops once the expiry date has passed. Discard it properly.
- Do not use the Eye Drops if you notice the contents are of a different colour in any way or if particles are present.
Dosage
Overdose
Missed a Dose
Content Details

Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member

Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: Can Xalatan Eye Drop be used with contact lenses?
Q: What is the use of Xalatan Eye Drop?
Q: How to use Xalatan Eye Drop?
- Use Xalatan Eye Drop as instructed by your doctor or pharmacist.
- Follow all the directions carefully. Do not miss any doses.
- Read the instructions on the label before usage.
- Shake well before use.
- Wash your hands thoroughly before and after applying.
- Use the exact number of drops recommended.
- After instilling the drops, close your eyes for 2-3 minutes, do not blink or squeeze.
- Avoid touching your eyes with the dropper. It must be kept clean.
- Wipe any excess liquid from your face with a napkin or tissue.
References
- Latanoprost Eye Drops, Solution - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
- Latanoprost Eye Drops, Solution - Patient Information Leaflet (PIL) - (emc) [Internet]. Medicines.org.uk. 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
- CDSCO. Travoprost [Internet]. Cdscoonline.gov.in. 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
- Drugbank.Latanoprost.Drugbank 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
- Tripathy K, Patel P, Geetha R. Latanoprost. [Updated 2024 Feb 28]. In: StatPearls [Internet]. Treasure Island (FL): StatPearls Publishing; 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
- Pharmacia and Upjohn Company. Xalatan (latanoprost) ophthalmic solution, 0.005% [package insert]. 2025 [cited 12 June 2025]
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