Tafluprost Ophthalmic Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 21, 2024.
Applies to tafluprost ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
Other side effects
Some side effects of tafluprost ophthalmic may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common side effects
- headache
- stinging or irritation of the eye
Less common side effects
- cough
- darker color of the eyelashes
- dry eyes
- increased growth of the eyelashes
Serious side effects
Along with its needed effects, tafluprost ophthalmic may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking tafluprost ophthalmic:
Less common side effects
- blurred vision
- burning, dry, or itching eyes
- decreased vision
- eye discharge or excessive tearing
- eye pain
- redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
For healthcare professionals
Applies to tafluprost ophthalmic: ophthalmic solution.
General adverse events
The most commonly reported side effect was conjunctival/ocular hyperemia.[Ref]
Nervous system
- Common (1% to 10%): Headache[Ref]
Ocular
- Common (1% to 10%): Ocular stinging/irritation, ocular pruritus including allergic conjunctivitis, cataract, dry eye, ocular pain, eyelash darkening, growth of eyelashes, blurred vision, increased lacrimation, eyelid erythema, foreign body sensation in the eyes, photophobia, reduced visual acuity, punctate keratitis, eye discharge, eyelid edema, iris hyperpigmentation, conjunctival/ocular hyperemia
- Uncommon (0.1 to 1%): Blepharal pigmentation, asthenopia, conjunctival edema, blepharitis, anterior chamber cells, ocular discomfort, anterior chamber flare, conjunctival pigmentation, conjunctival follicles, allergic conjunctivitis
- Very rare (less than 0.01%): Corneal calcification (in association with the use of phosphate containing eye drops in some patients with significantly damaged corneas)
- Frequency not reported: Deepening of the eyelid sulcus, iritis/uveitis[Ref]
Genitourinary
- Common (1% to 10%): Urinary tract infection[Ref]
Respiratory
Dermatologic
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Hypertrichosis of the eyelid[Ref]
Immunologic
- Common (1% to 10%): Common cold[Ref]
References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
3. (2012) "Product Information. Zioptan (tafluprost ophthalmic)." Merck & Co., Inc
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Tafluprost ophthalmic side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.