| Latisse (U.S.N.L.M.) | ||
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| Dosing | q pm apply with enclosed applicator to skin at base of upper lashes, not to lower lashes. Use new applicator on each eye. |
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| Chem Specs | bimatoprost 0.03% | |
| Quantities | 3ml with 70 applicators, 5ml with 140 applicators | |
| Cost | 136.00/5ml generic | |
| Class | Prostaglandin analog | |
| Action | Enhances anagen (hair growth phase). | |
| Usage | Treatment of eyelash hypotrichosis by increasing lash length, thickness and darkness. | |
| Side Effects | Pigmentation of the skin and iris. Pruritus, conjunctival hyperemia, dry eye, and erythema |
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| Contraindications | Hypersensitivity to bimatoprost or any other ingredient in the product. | |
| Pediatric use | Safety and effectiveness in pediatric patients have not been established. | |
| Pregnancy | Category C.High dose oral exposure in rats causes abortions. Low dose ophthalmic exposure does not. | |
| BAK preserved. | ||
| Gradual onset of effect. 2 months before significant effect. Soft contact lenses should not be worn for 15 minutes after application. |
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