Xelpros eye drops: Uses, indications and precautions when using

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Xelpros is a medicine that lowers the pressure in the eye, which helps to treat certain eye conditions such as open-angle glaucoma, ocular hypertension. So how should Xelpros be used effectively?

1. What does Xelpros do?

Xelpros (Latanoprost) eye drops are commonly used to reduce pressure inside the eye caused by open-angle glaucoma or other eye conditions (such as ocular hypertension). Latanoprost acts like a natural chemical called prostaglandin, which works by regulating the flow of fluid in the eye, resulting in a decrease in high pressure in the eye that helps prevent blindness.

2. How to use Xelpros . eye drops

Follow the instructions on the package of the medicine. If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist. Instructions for using Xelpros eye drops are as follows:
Wash your hands before applying the medicine in your eyes. To avoid contamination, do not touch the tip of the dropper or let the tube touch your eyes or any other surface. If you are wearing contact lenses, remove them before instilling the medication. Wait at least 15 minutes before replacing the glass with a new one. Tilt your head back, look up, and pull your lower eyelid down to create an opening. Hold the Xelpros dropper directly onto the surface of the eye. Lower your eyes down, close your eyes and gently hold for 1 to 2 minutes. Place a finger in the corner of the eyelid and gently press for 2-3 minutes to prevent the medication from draining out of the eye. Blink your eyelids, close your eyes, and roll your eyes slowly in all directions to spread the medicine. Try not to blink and rub your eyes. Instill Xelpros regularly to maximize its effects. Continue taking Latanoprost even if the situation seems to be getting better. This is because most people with glaucoma or high pressure in the eye have difficulty sensing and predicting the condition properly.
If you are also using another type of eye drop (eg Drops or Ointment), wait at least 5 minutes after taking Xelpros.

3. Side effects of Xelpros

When using Xelpros eye drops some people may experience blurred vision, burning, stinging, mild irritation, feeling like something is in the eye, darkening of the eyelids, dry eyes, scaly eyes, discomfort or increased sensitivity to light.
Xelpros eye drops can slowly (over many months to years) cause the iris to change color. If you only use Latanoprost in one eye, only that iris may change color. This change is likely to be permanent but the long-term effects are uncertain. Notify your doctor if this happens and schedule regular eye exams for follow-up.
If you notice any eye side effects that persist or tend to get worse such as: eye pain, suspected eye infection (unusual redness or swelling of the eye), rapid vision changes (e.g. loss of vision). vision), tell your doctor or pharmacist right away.

4. Prevention of side effects of Xelpros

Before taking Latanoprost, tell your doctor if you are allergic to this active ingredient or have any other allergic conditions.
Before using eye drops, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of other eye problems such as: macular edema, iritis, uveitis, cataracts , herpes infection of the eye.
After instilling Latanoprost eye drops, your vision may be temporarily blurred. Therefore, avoid driving, operating machinery or equipment, or performing any activity that requires clear vision until you can safely do so.
Some products that may interact with this drug are: drugs applied to the eyelashes (such as bio-eyelash implants).

5. Handling when overdose and how to store

Xelpros eye drops can be harmful if swallowed. If you accidentally overdose, the patient may have symptoms such as fainting or difficulty breathing. Xelpros should be stored with the storage information printed on the packaging, protected from light and moisture, out of reach of children and pets.
Above is important information about Xelpros eye drops, you should note to use to achieve good results as well as limit the side effects that affect health.
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Reference source: webmd.com