What is Latanoprost: Uses, Warnings & Interactions

Updated Jan 13, 2021  •  Published Dec 30, 2020

Latanoprost overview

Generic Names:

  • Latanoprost

What is Latanoprost used for?

Latanoprost is a medication that lowers pressure inside the eye. Latanoprost is used to treat eye diseases such as glaucoma. Latanoprost belongs to a class of medications called prostaglandin analogues. Latanoprost is a generic medication also sold under the trade name Xalatan by Pfizer. Latanoprost became available generically in 2011. In the treatment of glaucoma, latanoprost use is very common.

What are common Latanoprost doses?

  • Bottle 1GM of

  • Bottle 2.5ML of 0.005%

  • Bottle 7.5ML of 0.005%

Common Latanoprost prescriptions

  • Latanoprost
    2.5ml of 0.005% bottle