Brand name: Latanoprost (Apotex) TM
Active ingredients: latanoprost
What it is used for
Reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
How to take it
The way to take this medicine is: Ophthalmic.
- Store at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius
- Protect from Light
- Do not Freeze
- Refrigerate
- Shelf lifetime is 24 Months.
- Store below 25 degrees Celsius
- Discard 4 weeks after opening
- Protect from Light
- Shelf lifetime is 4 Weeks.
You should seek medical advice in relation to medicines and use only as directed by a healthcare professional.
Always read the label. If symptoms persist see your healthcare professional.
Visual appearance
A clear, colourless solution.
Do I need a prescription?
This medicine is available from a pharmacist and requires a prescription. It is
Pregnant or planning a pregnancy?
For the active ingredient latanoprost
You should seek advice from your doctor or pharmacist about taking this medicine. They can help you balance the risks and the benefits of this medicine during pregnancy.
Reporting side effects
You can help ensure medicines are safe by reporting the side effects you experience.
You can report side effects to your doctor, or directly at www.tga.gov.au/reporting-problems