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Latisse Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Latisse may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).


Side Effects of Latisse - for the Consumer

Latisse Solution

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Latisse Solution:

Darkening of the eyelid skin; mild burning, dryness, itching, or redness of the eye.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Latisse Solution:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); eye or eyelid discharge, inflammation, irritation, pain, or swelling; severe or persistent burning, dryness, itching, or redness of the eye; severe or persistent eye fatigue; vision changes.

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Latisse Side Effects - for the Professional

Latisse

Most common adverse events (incidence approximately 3% - 4%) are eye pruritus, conjunctival hyperemia, and skin hyperpigmentation. (6)



To report SUSPECTED ADVERSE REACTIONS, contact Allergan at 1-800-433-8871 or FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088 or www.fda.gov/medwatch



See 17 for PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION and FDA-approved patient labeling

Revised: 01/2009
FULL PRESCRIBING INFORMATION: CONTENTS*
* Sections or subsections omitted from the full prescribing information are not listed

1 INDICATIONS AND USAGE

2 DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION

3 DOSAGE FORMS AND STRENGTHS

4 CONTRAINDICATIONS

4.1 Hypersensitivity

5 WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS

5.1 Effects on Intraocular Pressure

5.2 Iris Pigmentation

5.3 Lid Pigmentation

5.4 Hair Growth Outside the Treatment Area

5.5 Intraocular Inflammation

5.6 Macular Edema

5.7 Contamination of Latisse™ or Applicators

5.8 Use with Contact Lenses

6 ADVERSE REACTIONS

8 USE IN SPECIFIC POPULATIONS

8.1 Pregnancy

8.3 Nursing Mothers

8.4 Pediatric Use

8.5 Geriatric Use

11 DESCRIPTION

12 CLINICAL PHARMACOLOGY

12.1 Mechanism of Action

12.3 Pharmacokinetics

13 NONCLINICAL TOXICOLOGY

13.1 Carcinogenesis, Mutagenesis, Impairment of Fertility

14 CLINICAL STUDIES

16 HOW SUPPLIED/STORAGE AND HANDLING

17 PATIENT COUNSELING INFORMATION

17.1 Nightly Application

17.2 Handling the Bottle and Applicator

17.3 Potential for Intraocular Pressure Effects

17.4 Potential for Eyelid Skin Darkening

17.5 Potential for Iris Darkening

17.6 Potential for Unexpected Hair Growth or Eyelash Changes

17.7 When to Seek Physician Advice

17.8 Use with Contact Lenses

17.9 FDA-Approved Patient Package Insert


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