Propecia-Proscar.com now offers name brand Lumigan (bimatoprost). Lumigan is manufactured by Allergan and is the exact same medication made by the same company as Latisse.
Lumigan vs Latisse - Lumigan or bimatoprost was initially approved and marketed by Allergan to treat glaucoma. Many Lumigan patients began to see an interesting side effect to the medication. They noticed their eyelashes growing thicker, longer and darker. Allergan realized the popularity of this side effect and immediately began testing for using bimatoprost as a cosmetic drug to help grow thicker, fuller lashes. Once Allergan obtained approval for Lumigan or bimatoprost to be used to grow eyelashes, they introduced into the market LATISSE for this specific use. To capitalize on this very lucrative market, Latisse was priced significantly higher than Lumigan.
Cost conscience consumers quickly learned that the Lumigan is the precise same medicine made by Allergan as Latisse only at a much lower price. Propecia-Proscar.com offers a guaranteed low price on name brand Lumigan. Careprost generic Latisse is also now available.
Latisse For Men - Many dermatologists have begun testing bimatoprost for men on the scalps of men who suffer from male pattern baldness. So far, very positive initial results have been observed on tests of Latisse for men. Allergan is currently in testing phases for the use of bimatoprost for men to treat their hair loss. Before using bimatoprost on the scalp for hair regrowth you should consult with your physician to be fully informed and to be aware of any personal issues you may have have with using this medication. Only patients under the advice their doctor should use Latisse for men. Click for more information about Latisse for men and bimatoprost for men. |
PATIENT INFORMATION
LATISSE™ (la teece) (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% Read the Patient Information that comes with LATISSE™ before you start using it and each time you get a refi ll. There may be new information. This leafl et does not take the place of talking with your physician about your treatment.
What is hypotrichosis of the eyelashes? Hypotrichosis is another name for having inadequate or not enough
eyelashes. What is LATISSE™ solution? LATISSE™ solution is a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis
used to grow eyelashes, making them longer, thicker and darker. Who should NOT take LATISSE™?
Do not use LATISSE™ solution if you are allergic to one of its ingredients.
Are there any special warnings associated with LATISSE™ use?
LATISSE™ solution is intended for use on the skin of the upper eyelid margins at the base of the eyelashes. Refer
to Illustration 2. DO NOT APPLY to the lower eyelid. If you are using LUMIGAN® or other products in the same class for elevated intraocular pressure (IOP), or if you have a history of abnormal IOP, you should only use LATISSE™ under the close supervision of your physician.
LATISSE™ use may cause darkening of the eyelid skin which may be reversible. LATISSE™ use may also cause increased brown pigmentation of the colored part of the eye which is likely to be permanent.
It is possible for hair growth to occur in other areas of your skin that LATISSE™ frequently touches. Any excess solution outside the upper eyelid margin should be blotted with a tissue or other absorbent
material to reduce the chance of this from happening. It is also possible for a difference in eyelash length, thickness, fullness, pigmentation, number of eyelash hairs, and/or direction of eyelash growth to occur between eyes. These differences, should they occur, will usually go away if you stop using LATISSE ™. Who should I tell that I am using LATISSE™? You should tell your physician you are using LATISSE™ especially if you have a history of eye pressure problems. You should also tell anyone conducting an eye pressure screening that you are using LATISSE ™.
What should I do if I get LATISSE™ in my eye? LATISSE™ solution is an ophthalmic drug product. LATISSE™
is not expected to cause harm if it gets into the eye proper. Do not attempt to rinse your eye in this situation. What are the possible side effects of LATISSE™? The most common side effects after using LATISSE™ solution are an itching sensation in the eyes and/or eye redness. This was reported in approximately 4% of patients. LATISSE™ solution may cause other less common side effects which typically occur on the skin close to where LATISSE™ is applied, or in the eyes. These include skin darkening, eye irritation, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids.
If you develop a new ocular condition (e.g., trauma or infection), experience a sudden decrease in visual acuity, have ocular surgery, or develop any ocular reactions, particularly conjunctivitis and eyelid reactions, you should immediately seek your physician’s advice concerning the continued use of LATISSE™ solution.
What happens if I stop using LATISSE™? If you stop using LATISSE,™ your eyelashes are expected to return
to their previous appearance over several weeks to months. Any eyelid skin darkening is expected to reverse after several weeks to months. Any darkening of the colored part of the eye known as the iris is NOT expected to reverse and is likely permanent.
Latisse for men is still in testing phases. Those who wish to use bimatoprost for men should consult first with their doctor. |