Do not use Xalatan Eye Drops (latanoprost)
Do not use this medication if you are allergic to latanoprost or under the age of 18 years old.
Dose adjustment or special precautions may be required
Tell your doctor if you have ever had swelling or an infection in your eye, herpes infection of the eyes, retinal detachment, or eye surgery or injury affecting the lens of your eye.
Risks
Using this medication while you have soft contact lens in can cause discoloration; ensure you are waiting 15 minutes before putting them back in.
Using Xalatan can cause gradual changes in the color of your eyes or eyelids and lashes, and may also cause a thickness and growth increase in eyelashes. Color changes may be permanent.
Do not allow the tip of the eye dropper to touch any surfaces, including your hands and eyes. This will help reduce the chance of getting an infection.
Wait at least 5 minutes before applying any other type of eye drops after using Xalatan.
It is not known if this medication will harm an unborn baby or a nursing infant. Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or breast feeding.