Side Effects Of Latisse
Latisse is a brand of bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03% made by Allergan Inc. Bimatoprost was initially used in a preparation for the eye called Lumigan. Its function was to reduce the intraocular pressure in cases of open-angle glaucoma, a condition of increased pressure in the eye which led to blindness in untreated cases. It was noted that users of Lumigan had an amazing growth of thicker and longer eyelashes after a few weeks of instillation of the eyedrop. Further research ended up with the development of Latisse to capitalize on this observed side effect.
Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin receptor stimulant whose effect is to stimulate the growth of hair follicles and lengthen the growth phase of the stimulated hair. The end result which shows within 8 weeks is thicker, longer lashes. Application of the Latisse solution is via a sterile disposable applicator, once nightly to the upper eyelid margin at the base of the lashes.
Side effects are uncommon, but need to be mentioned.
The most common side effect is eye irritation or itchiness due to the solution getting into the eye.
Sometimes some eye redness is noted because of the same reason.
Some pigmentation or darkening of the skin near the lid margin may be noted, which is probably reversible.
Some pigmentation of the iris may occur, which may be permanent.
Eye dryness may occur.
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