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Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost

Uses of Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost

  • Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost is to manage elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. This medication falls under the category of prostaglandin analogues.

Side effects of Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost

  • Eye irritation

  • Redness

  • Stinging or burning sensation in the eye

  • Blurred vision

  • Increased pigmentation of the iris

How Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost works

  • Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost is both an ocular pressure-reducing and antimicrobial combination.

  • Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2α analogue. It imitates the action of naturally occurring prostaglandins, which play a key role in managing eye fluid. It simplifies the outflow of watery liquid (aqueous humour) from the eyes, thereby reducing the pressure inside the eyes.

  • Benzalkonium Chloride is a quaternary ammonium compound, an antimicrobial type. It disrupts bacterial cell membranes and provides an antimicrobial effect, safeguarding the eye drop solution from bacterial contamination. However, it does not contribute to lowering intraocular pressure.

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Expert Advice

Dosage Forms Available

  • Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost is available for ophthalmic use (eye drops).

Age and Dose Restrictions

  • This combination medicine is intended for use in adults and children over the age of 18 years.

Contraindications

  • This combination is contraindicated in patients with known hypersensitivity to either benzalkonium chloride or latanoprost, or to any other ingredients in the formulation. It is also contraindicated in patients with active intraocular inflammation or infections.

Other Medications to Avoid

  • This combination may interact with other medications, including additional intraocular pressure-lowering agents (like timolol), other eye drops containing preservatives (such as thimerosal), and anti-inflammatory eye drops (such as prednisolone). These interactions could impact the effectiveness and safety of the ocular treatments.

Overdose and Missed Dose

  • In case you happen to put a few extra drops of this medicine in your eye, do not panic. Rinse your eyes with clean water at room temperature. If any symptoms persist or worsen, inform your doctor.

  • In case you miss a dose, administer it as soon as you remember. However, if it is near the time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double the dose to catch up.

Management of Side Effects

Most side effects are temporary and generally harmless and resolve when discontinuing this medicine. However, if you experience any severe side effects or worsening of any of the symptoms, please consult your doctor.

  • To manage eye irritation or discomfort, try resting your eyes and avoiding bright lights.

  • If you experience blurred vision after putting the eye drops, wait for it to clear before performing any activities that require clear vision.

  • If the redness or irritation persists, you may apply cool compresses to your eyes.

Use in Driving and Operating Machinery

  • This combination may cause blurred vision. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery until your vision is clear.

Use in Pregnancy and Lactation

  • It is advised to consult a doctor before using Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost during pregnancy or breastfeeding.

Caution in Other Conditions

  • Patients with active intraocular inflammation, aphakia, or known risk factors for macular oedema should use Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost with caution.

Special Dietary and Lifestyle Recommendations

  • Maintaining regular eye exams can help monitor the progression of glaucoma and the effectiveness of the treatment.

  • Protect your eyes from dust and other foreign particles as they can cause irritation and inflammation.

  • Limit intake of caffeinated drinks as they can increase intraocular pressure.

Frequently asked questions

No, this combination is not a steroid. This combination consists of an active ingredient, Latanoprost, which is a prostaglandin analogue, and Benzalkonium chloride, which serves as a preservative.

This combination is not associated with having any direct impact on mood. However, everyone responds differently to medications and if you feel any unexpected changes in your mood after taking this medicine, it is highly advisable to consult your doctor.

Yes, you can wear contact lenses while using this medication but you will need to remove them before instilling the eye drops. Wait at least 15 minutes after instilling the drops before reinserting your contact lenses.

Yes, one of the known side effects of this combination is increased pigmentation of the iris, which may cause your eye colour to change. Such changes may be permanent, so if you observe any change in your eye colour, consult your doctor immediately.

No, this combination is not associated with addiction. However, it should be used only as directed by your doctor and for the recommended duration of time.

This combination can be used for as long as prescribed by your doctor. It is often necessary to use it over a prolonged period to manage conditions such as glaucoma effectively. However, it is important to adhere to your doctor's advice about the duration of use as misuse may lead to unwanted side effects.

Abrupt discontinuation of this combination could lead to a potential rebound increase in intraocular pressure, adversely affecting the condition it was managing. If you already have high eye pressure and stop using this medication, the pressure in your eyes may increase and damage your vision.

Terms & Conditions


Benzalkonium Chloride + Latanoprost in other salts

BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CHOLINE SALICYLATE + LIDOCAINE / LIGNOCAINEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + ZINC OXIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BROMFENAC + MOXIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + OFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CYCLOPENTOLATEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CIPROFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CIPROFLOXACIN + DEXAMETHASONEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + FLUOROMETHOLONEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + FLUOROMETHOLONE + TOBRAMYCINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + GATIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + DEXAMETHASONE + OFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + NEPAFENACBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + MOXIFLOXACIN + PREDNISOLONEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + TOBRAMYCINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CHOLINE SALICYLATEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + DEXAMETHASONE + TOBRAMYCINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BRIMONIDINE + TIMOLOLALCAFTADINE + BENZALKONIUM CHLORIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + TIMOLOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BRINZOLAMIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + FLUCONAZOLEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + KETOROLAC + MOXIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + OLOPATADINE HYDROCHLORIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BRIMONIDINEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + PHENYLEPHRINE + TROPICAMIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BEPOTASTINEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BRIMONIDINE + BRINZOLAMIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BIMATOPROSTBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BIMATOPROST + TIMOLOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BRINZOLAMIDE + TIMOLOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CYCLOSPORINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + KETOROLAC + OLOPATADINEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + DORZOLAMIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + DORZOLAMIDE + TIMOLOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + GATIFLOXACIN + PREDNISOLONELATANOPROSTBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + LATANOPROST + TIMOLOLLATANOPROST + TIMOLOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + LOTEPREDNOLBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + LOTEPREDNOL + TOBRAMYCINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + DEXAMETHASONE + MOXIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + LOTEPREDNOL + MOXIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + BROMFENACBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + MOXIFLOXACINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + OLOPATADINEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + PREDNISOLONEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + TIMOLOL + TRAVOPROSTBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + TRAVOPROSTBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + NATAMYCINBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + CAMPHOR + MENTHOL + NAPHAZOLINE HYDROCHLORIDE + PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + NETARSUDILBENZALKONIUM CHLORIDE + GANCYCLOVIR
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