If you're considering LATISSE™ (bimatoprost
ophthalmic solution) 0.03%, it's
important to get all the facts before
making any decisions. Like any new
product, you're going to have questions
about how the treatment works, how soon
you'll see results, and, of course, how
safe the product is. This site was
intended to give you a basic
understanding of the product, but you
will need to talk to your doctor to see
if LATISSE™ is right for you.
The first step is talking to your doctor
Is LATISSE™ right for you?
While most everyone may want the look
of longer, fuller and darker lashes, not
everyone may be right for the treatment.
Your doctor will have to evaluate your
medical history to determine if you are
a good candidate. You should not use
LATISSE™ if you have an active eye
condition, including an eye infection,
or have broken or irritated skin on your
eyelid. And if you are using products
for elevated intraocular pressure, you
should only use LATISSE™ after
consulting with your doctor.
What are the side effects?
The most common side effects after
using LATISSE™ solution are an itching
sensation in the eyes and/or eye
redness. This was reported in
approximately 4% of patients. LATISSE™
solution may cause other less common
side effects which typically occur on
the skin close to where LATISSE™ is
applied, or in the eyes. These include
skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness
of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids.
Is LATISSE™ safe?
LATISSE™ is an FDA-approved
prescription treatment for hypotrichosis
used to grow eyelashes, making them
longer, thicker and darker.
Hypotrichosis is another name for having
inadequate or not enough eyelashes. The
FDA reviewed clinical study results to
verify the identity, potency, purity,
and stability of the ingredients, and
demonstrated that the product is safe
and effective for its intended use if
used as prescribed.
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