Latanoprost ophthalmic for Glaucoma, Open Angle User Reviews (Page 2)

• Amn...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• February 7, 2022

"Doctors should warn people before prescribing this. I think the side effects and incidents of side effects of this and even other drugs are underreported. When people stop a medication due to side effects, doctors should be required to log this with the manufacturer. My case with this drug. Within a few days of use, I started to have a runny nose. After a few weeks, this worsened such that I felt like I had a head cold all the time. Runny nose, sore throat, and cough. Very hard to get any good sleep. In addition, it lightened the iris color in both my eyes. At least they both were lightened equally. However, I used to have very dark brown, almost black, eyes, and now they are medium brown. I stopped using these drops a few days ago. The runny nose is getting a little better but still persists. I am hoping the cold symptoms will eventually go away, but now I read that the iris color change can be permanent."

• Red...
• Taken for 6 months to 1 year
• February 5, 2022

"This stuff is absolute poison and my built up in my body over several months, culminating in a multi-systemic reaction that has taken over a year to recover from. I do not recommend this for anyone, especially those with potential MTHFR genetic mutations, vitamin B metabolism issues, beta-oxidation disorders, nor for humans, period. There is not one system that didn’t suffer. Even a year later, I still have occasional reflux (bile & acid) issues and focal aware seizures. I only had psoriasis and glaucoma before this drug—but my physical and mental health were nearly devastated by it. They don’t understand the method of action of the pharmacokinetics of this drug, but I’ll tell you: it dysregulated all of my smooth muscle tissue. It’s supposed to affect only by the back of the eye, but if you can’t oxidize this poison, may Heaven help you as it did me."

• cgr...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• July 6, 2021

"I've been using Lumigan and dorzolamide for 5 years with no problem, but the Dr. wanted less pressure for my right eye, so prescribed Rocklatan, which is half latanoprost: only one drop of Rocklatan in one eye per day and only for the past 5 days. Such a tiny amount, but it has had a huge effect! I am a healthy and active 70-year-old -- swim every other day for 30 laps. Today I thought I had COVID (I've been vaccinated). Yesterday and today, I had an episode of a retching dry cough until I had to sit down. Today it was kind of scary -- it was hard to catch my breath because I was coughing so hard. This was after a swim. Latanoprost increases cough sensitivity -- look it up. I rarely have anxiety -- but I've had a dread kind of anxiety for 3 days. This morning when I woke up and tried to look at the weather report on my tablet in bed, I could not read it -- vision too blurry! I have put four freaking drops in one eye -- that is all. This medication is too strong for me."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 22, 2024

"Initially my doctor had me use drops every other day, but the pressure did not go down enough. So I told to put drops in every night about an hour before bedtime. That is when things got worse. 1-Chronic nightly insomnia, jolting awake with a pounding heart every few hours when I was able to sleep. 2-Red eye irritation so much I had to use drops to relieve the irritation. I am not on any other meds. 3-Latanoprost is considered a generic. I had to stop drops a couple of days just to get a full night’s sleep. 4-My doctor is planning to go back to Zioptan which is not generic or another eye med instead. Be careful with this medication. Tell your doctor right away if there is a problem."

• CCG...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• April 11, 2022

"Very similar to many of the negative reviews here. This is my second time using it, so I knew there could be side effects. A repetition of things I had experienced before, but this time with the addition of a cough so persistent and annoying that I thought I might have COVID. A PCR test came back negative, and that confirmed my suspicion. I also noticed that the coughing was really a reaction to the post-nasal drip, an almost constant running in the inside of my nose. The tiredness and muscle pain is such that it makes me lose interest in everything, a mental state very close to depression. This was after a few months of using them. I’d rather go blind, hahaha, there is no point in seeing if your mental state makes you an invalid. I’m still in two minds as to whether to give them another try, I might go back and stop at the first signs, which this time was the post-nasal drip. Or I might just not bother, the return of my general well-being is rather a relief."

• Jon...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• August 23, 2019

"I have used latanoprost in combination with Simbrinza for over 3 years for an advanced stage open-angle glaucoma. These two successfully stabilized eye pressure from 25 to about 15-17. After the second year, my doctor used SLT to lower it to 9-10; but after one year, pressure has returned to about 15 using these same two meds. My doctor has now switched me off latanoprost to Vyzulta, but after one month, no change in pressure."

• Sus...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• January 25, 2023

"Used Sandoz brand for years with minor issues. Pharmacy changed to Greenstone, and I am nauseous 24/7 with extreme fatigue and major reflux issues. Only taking this brand for three weeks, but getting more and more scared."

• Jom...
• January 31, 2021

"I took latanoprost, and I believe it made my digestive sphincters malfunction. Except for glaucoma, I’ve always been healthy, on no meds, and with good annual physicals. I’ve never had heartburn before. I have developed straining with pooping that started shortly after, trouble swallowing that started after four months, then heartburn, acid indigestion, the feeling like ulcers are described, and acid reflux—I used Maalox, and when I took an antacid, my stomach burned like I had more ulcers, my throat burned, my saliva burned, and my mouth tastes like bile. I think the sphincter leading to my duodenum was also malfunctioning. I am going to the doctor to get an endoscopy to see the extent of the reflux next week."

• Anonymous
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 14, 2022

Latanoprost ophthalmic "I have been using Xalatan for two months for narrow-angle glaucoma. Within 3 weeks, I started experiencing throat constriction, flu-like symptoms, and feeling very tired. Not doing well at all on this drug. Awful stuff!"

• Luc...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• October 9, 2020

"I have taken latanoprost for over 3 months now. My left eye feels like something is in it and it burns, and now I cannot stand to watch T.V. because the light hurts my eyes. I am trying to change my eye drop, but it is good for getting your pressure down, but I cannot watch T.V. ever again."

• Bca...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• February 10, 2021

Latanoprost ophthalmic "This is better than LUMIGAN. LUMIGAN gave me flu-like joint symptoms. Have stinging pain, but tolerable. At least Xalatan doesn’t have flu-like pains. Though by 5:30 pm each day, my eyes and eye areas are super burning. Had to use aloe vera sunburn creams and cucumber (it was either that or a packet of frozen peas on my face). FYI, laser didn’t change my pressure, turns out it only works for 80 percent of people. Re Xalatan, I’m not sure I can tolerate this extreme sunburnt for that long."

• JPW...
• Taken for 2 to 5 years
• June 24, 2016

"Very effective at first, but I may be coming off this and going onto something else. It seems my eyes have a mind of their own and outfox the medications, and I cycle through different meds to reduce eye pressure. It feels like I have an object in my eye sometimes after putting the drops in. Passes soon enough."

• Luc...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• November 4, 2021

"I was diagnosed with glaucoma last month and was prescribed latanoprost. To tell you the truth, I think they are great. I take them as prescribed, I have noticed, however, that I get really drowsy and nod off. When I wake up, I think I have been out for a few minutes, but my wife tells me I've been out for 45 minutes to an hour. Apart from that, as I said, they are great and easy to take."

• ver...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• March 5, 2022

"I had ocular hypertension six months ago, 16 left eye and 18 right eye. I used it for two weeks as a trial, and both went down to 14. Have used it six months now. My eyes stay very dry and red and irritated, and it feels like something is in my right eye all the time. I've gotten super sensitive to sunlight and TV light. Went to the doctor yesterday, now pressure is 18 and 21. It has increased my eye pressure, plus my eyes often have white globs of gunk when I wake up. The doctor ignored any and all of my concerns with this Xelpros (latanoprost), now wants me to have laser surgery. I'm trying to find another doctor for a second opinion. The last three months of meds are made overseas. I am extremely frustrated with both the doctor, who explains nothing, just throws pamphlets in my lap when I ask something. Unfortunately, due to COVID, appointments are made months in advance, and I am concerned about waiting several months to see another doctor. She refuses to offer anything else."

• Que...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 30, 2021

"Well, today would have been my third day using the drops, but I slept all day and will skip the dose until tomorrow. I read all the information inside the box. I did all the internet searches - googled, binged, duckduckgo, you name it. I read that the medication must be kept refrigerated until I open it. That means when I buy it from my local Walgreens, CVS, Target, or Rite Aid, or the Victorian pharmacist, it better be cold. Please understand that I read what it meant, which means I don't want to hear, 'oh no, it's okay, it can be 6 weeks to months.' No, to me it means JUST LIKE THE VACCINE, YOU MUST KEEP IT COLD OR ELSE CHANGE THE LITERATURE."

• Mor...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• May 20, 2023

"In the 3 months taking latanoprost, I had 2 episodes of sleep paralysis. Most people will not experience this horror in their lifetime. You cannot wake up from sleep and be fully aware that you can't. Has anyone else had this? Thankfully, it doesn't last more than a minute or two, but it's a horrible feeling. Plus, two very terrible nightmares. Feeling better having stopped the drug. Will look into laser treatment."

• jer...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• November 30, 2017

"My ophthalmologist started me on this. I just saw him again yesterday and confessed that I have not been putting the drops in every night. He told me that getting glaucoma would be worse. I got a new refill since the latanoprost is not stable."

• Dav...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• August 17, 2022

"I was diagnosed with a retinal occlusion, which is a swollen vein in my retina due to pressure. If not cared for, I could go blind. The doctor prescribed latanoprost drops. Very early, only been taking them for 2 weeks. But I have been nervous and anxious with shakes. I also feel pressure pain in my eyes. Will return to the doctor in two weeks for a follow-up. I do not care for the anxiety and nervous feelings all day. I am curious to see if the drops helped with my eye pressure."

• Dom...
• June 26, 2023

"My eye pressures had been gradually rising in my senior years and reached 21-21 by age 70. My eye doctor decided to put me on latanoprost, and the results after 30 straight nights of taking drops were amazing. My pressures dropped to 13-12 with no side effects whatsoever. I'll have no problem taking these drops for the rest of my life to avoid potential optic nerve damage."

• Sal...
• Taken for 10 years or more
• June 1, 2025

"I've been using latanoprost for several years. I've had no side effects, and the medication is working to keep my eye pressure at a safe number. My only complaint is the size of the bottle and the quantity. The bottle is so tiny and only half full when purchased. Each bottle does not last a month. My insurance company doesn't allow more frequent refills, so I often have to pay the full price for the prescription."

• Anonymous
• July 24, 2009

Latanoprost ophthalmic "I seem to be having a lot of irritation and eyes are watering constantly, also very blood shot. Hope this all passes."

• Anonymous
• January 31, 2011

Latanoprost ophthalmic "So far, so good. It has decreased the pressure. No negative issues, I actually like the way it feels on the eyes."

• Mar...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• December 12, 2019

"Is anyone getting nausea? I just started two weeks ago, and I'm getting nauseated so much and stomach acid."

• Tig...
• Taken for 1 to 6 months
• September 24, 2016

Latanoprost ophthalmic "Very quick response to lowering eye pressure from 30 to 21 in 3 weeks. No side effects at all."

• oks...
• Taken for less than 1 month
• March 3, 2020

Latanoprost ophthalmic "Gives me a very red eye as well. Tried latanoprost, this one makes my eye very dry. I never had any issues with dry eye before while using any other eye drops."