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LATISSE™ is believed to affect the growth
(anagen) phase of the eyelash
hair cycle in 2 ways: first, it increases the length of this phase; and second, it
increases the number of hairs in this growth phase. The exact way it works is unknown.
The onset of effect with LATISSE™ solution is gradual. In the clinical trial, the
majority of LATISSE™ users saw a significant improvement by 2 months.
Only LATISSE™ has been approved by the FDA as a prescription treatment for hypotrichosis
used to grow eyelashes. It also has been studied in clinical trial to demonstrate its
safety and effectiveness.
You should not use LATISSE™ solution if you are allergic to one of its ingredients.
Also, tell your doctor or eye care specialist if any of the following apply to you:
• Previously diagnosed with eye pressure problems:
People with a history of eye
pressure problems (specifically
elevated intraocular pressure)
should speak to
an eye care specialist before starting LATISSE™
• Currently taking medication for eye pressure
problems: People taking medication
to lower their IOP should be closely monitored while
using LATISSE™ solution
• Have risk factors for glaucoma: People with
risk factors for eye condition called
glaucoma, including a family history of glaucoma,
should speak to an eye care
specialist before starting LATISSE™
The safety and effectiveness of LATISSE™ was shown in a clinical trial. Ask your
doctor for more information about the safety of LATISSE™ solution.
The most common side effects after using LATISSE™ are eye itching or eye redness. These
were reported by about 4% of users in the clinical trial. 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, or redness of the eyelids.
If you develop a new eye condition (like an eye trauma or infection), experience a sudden
decrease in vision, have eye surgery, or develop any eye reactions, particularly an infection
and eyelid reactions, you should immediately talk to your doctor about whether or not to
continue using LATISSE™ solution.
