About Latisse for Eyelash Growth
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 this treatment is right for you. The first step is talking to your doctor. If you’re interested in LATISSE™ or plastic surgery in Dallas, Texas, contact Dr. Adams’ office today.
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 this product 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 this treatment 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. This eyelash growth solution may cause other less common side effects which typically occur on the skin close to where it is applied, or in the eyes. These include skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids.
Is It 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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This eyelash growth solution is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis used for eyelash growth, making them longer, thicker and darker.
Hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough eyelashes.
Important Safety Information
Do not use this solution if you are allergic to one of its ingredients.
LATISSE™ solution is intended for use on the skin of the upper eyelid margins at the base of the eyelashes for eyelash growth. DO NOT APPLY to the lower eyelid. If you have a history of abnormal IOP, you should only use this solution under the close supervision of your physician.
Treatment may cause darkening of the eyelid skin which may be reversible. Although not reported in clinical studies, this treatment use may also cause increased brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely to be permanent.
You should tell your physician you are using LATISSE™ especially if you have a history of eye pressure problems. You should also tell anyone conducting an eye pressure screening that you are using this treatment.
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. The solution may cause other less common side effects which typically occur on the skin close to where
