LATANOCOM Price
Active Substance: Latanoprost, Timolol (as maleate).
Overview
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This medicine contains an important and useful components, as it consists of Latanoprost, Timolol (as maleate).
LATANOCOM is available in the market in concentration 50mcg, 5mg/ml and in the form of Eye Drops (Solution).
JAMJOOM PHARMACEUTICALS COMPANY LTD. is the producer of LATANOCOM and it is imported from SAUDI ARABIA, The most popular alternatives of LATANOCOM are listed downward .
Mode Of Action
Latanoprost is an analogue of prostaglandin F2alpha; it reduces intraocular pressure (IOP) by increasing outflow of aqueous humour. Timolol is a non-selective adrenergic blocker. It lowers IOP by decreasing the formation of aqueous by the ciliary epithelium.
Indication
- Open-angle glaucoma
- Ocular HTN
Precaution
Prolonged treatment with latanoprost may change eye colour by increasing the amount of brown pigment in the iris especially in patients with mixed coloured irides; regular eye examination is recommended. Caution when used in aphakic patients due to risk of macular oedema. Contact lenses should be removed during application and reinserted at least 15 minutes after application. May cause transient blurring of vision; patients should not drive or operate machinery until this resolves. Pregnancy and lactation.
Side Effects
- >10% Ocular burning (11%) 1-10% Conjunctival hyperemia (9%)
- Local itching
- Tearing
- Dry eye
- Ocular discomfort
- Increase in iris pigmentation (related to latanoprost)
Contra indication
Hypersensitivity.
Pregnancy and lactation
Pregnancy category: C
Animal reproduction studies have shown an adverse effect on the fetus and there are no adequate and well-controlled studies in humans, but potential benefits may warrant use of the drug in pregnant women despite potential risks
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