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Latisse (Bimatoprost Ophthalmic Solution 0.03% for Hypotrichosis) – updated on RxList

However, Latisse should be used only under the care of a doctor or else there may be an increased permanent brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye. Also, there may be darkening of eyelid skin which is though reversible. The Latisse for eyebrows Beverly Hills is to be applied only at the base of upper eyelashes and not to the lower eyelid. One thing to remember is that Latisse may cause hair growth in any area that it touches. People experiencing eye problems or having undergone eye surgery are recommended to consult a doctor and discuss about further use of Latisse. Some people may experience itchy eyes or eye redness and if discontinued, the lashes may return to their previous appearance.

Among the various concerns of Latisse is cost of Latisse. A patient may want to know about the prices for the product. During the consultation, a patient may be told about the whole procedure such as the precautions to be taken, the recovery time involved and the side effects of the product. It may be asked to apply Latisse once a day to the base of the eyelashes. The cost of Latisse may be somewhere around $120-$130.

Latisse is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis that may be used to grow eyelashes and make them longer, thicker and darker. However, it should be used under close supervision of the surgeon. It may permanently increase brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye. Darkening of eyelid skin may also occur but it may be reversible. Latisse should be applied to the base of upper eyelash and not lower eyelid.

Latisse for eyelashes may also cause hair growth in skin area touched by it. Moreover, it uses bimatoprost as an active ingredient that has been approved by FDA. Although the results may be slow to be evident, it is not expensive when compared to other products.

A Latisse consists of bimatoprost that is used to treat glaucoma and manage ocular pressure. Other ingredients are benzalkonium chloride, sodium chloride, sodium phosphate, dibasic, citric acid and purified water. Benzalkonium chloride in the product may cause allergic reactions.

Latisse should be applied once a day to the base of the upper eyelashes with a sterile, disposable applicator 8 weeks prior to expecting the results. Some of the side effects of Latisse are

• Redness of the eye, itching sensation, irritation of the eyes and dryness in the eyes.
• Hyperpigmentation (darkening of the skin).
• Falling out of lashes and discoloration of the eyes.
• It may take long time to work, about 4 months, to give noticeable results.
• Stopping the Latisse may make the lashes to go back to their original state.
• The surgeons may not be aware of the prescription.

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