| WHAT
IS LATISSE? |
| Latisse,
bimatoprost ophthalmic solution 0.03%, is the first and only FDA-approved
prescription treatment used to treat hypotrichosis (inadequate or
not enough eyelashes). Latisse was unanimously approved in December of
2008. Latisse is a medication that will naturally grow your own eyelashes
- thicker, longer and darker. Originally Latisse was used as
a treatment for glaucoma and patients noticed their eyelashes were longer
while using the medication |
| HOW
DOES LATISSE WORK? |
| Latisse
is made by Allergan. The exact mechanics of how it works is unknown,
but it is believed to affect the anagen growth phase of the eyelash hair
cycle in two ways. First, it increases the length of the growth phase,
and second it increases the number of hairs in this growth phase. |
| WILL
LATISSE WORK FOR ME? WHAT ARE THE INDICATIONS? |
| Latisse
has been extensively studies by Allergan and it is found to be effective
in over 78% of users reporting significant improvements in length, thickness
and color of eyelashes in 16 weeks. |
| HOW
LONG BEFORE I SEE RESULTS? |
| You
should start to see results in just a few weeks. In clinical trials
you can begin to see improvements as early as 4 weeks. The majority
saw a significant improvement by two months and you will see maximum results
by 16 weeks. Eyelashes typically grew to be 106% thicker, 25% longer
and 18% darker. |
|
HOW LONG DO I HAVE
TO USE LATISSE?
|
| The
underlying predisposition to hypotrichosis, insufficient eyelashes is always
present. If you decide to stop using Latisse, usually the results
recede within about two months. With regular use your eyelashes will
remain lush, long and thick without any fuss. |
|
IS LATISSE DIFFERENT
FROM NON-PRESCRIPTION PRODUCTS FOR EYELASH GROWTH?
|
| Yes.
Latisse solution is the ONLY and the first prescription treatment approved
by the FDA and clinically proven to grow eyelashes fuller, longer, thicker
and darker. It is the only prescription strength product available
made under strict pharmaceutical standards. |
|
WHEN ? HOW DO I USE
LATISSE?
|
| Latisse
is a once-a-day treatment that is applied topically and externally (never
apply in the eye) each evening to the base of the UPPER eyelash only just
the same as you would be applying eye liner. Click
here for detailed step by step instructions to apply Latisse. |
|
WHAT SHOULD I USE
TO APPLY LATISSE?
|
| Always
use the the FDA-approved sterile applicators to apply Latisse solution
directly to the base of your upper eyelashes. The applicators have
been specially designed and manufactured to meet FDA standards and to ensure
the correct dose of Latisse. Using only the FDA applicators will
assure safety and maximize effectiveness. |
|
WHY IS LATISSE ONLY
APPLIED TO THE BASE OF THE UPPER EYELASHES?
|
| A
clinical trial of Latisse was conducted on patients who applied the product
to the base of their upper lashes only. Applied nightly, the
transfer of Latisse solution form the upper to lower eyelid may occur naturally
because the eyelids are closed and the eyelashes touch each other.
Over application may increase the chance of experiencing side effects. |
|
WHAT SHOULD I DO
IF I GET LATISSE IN MY EYE?
|
| Latisse
solution is an ophthalmic drug product. If any gets into the eye,
it is not expected to cause harm. The eye should not be rinsed.
You just should be careful to keep the tip of the bottle or the applicator
from touching your fingers or surfaces in order to avoid contamination. |
|
CAN I WEAR MASCARA
WITH LATISSE?
|
| Yes
you can definitely wear mascara. Latisse is not a replacement for
mascara. In fact mascara is a nice complement to Latisse to help make your
new longer eyelashes look even more attractive. |
|
WHAT IF I FORGET
TO APPLY LATISSE?
|
| If
you miss a day, don't try to catch up. Instead just apply it like
normal the following day. Using Latisse more than once a day will
not increase the growth of your eyelashes and just puts you at a higher
risk of side effects. |
|
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 reported in approximately 4% of patients.
Less common
side effects which can occur on the skin close to where Latisse is applied
include skin darkening, dryness of the eyes, and redness of the eyelids.
Skin hyperpigmentation
(skin darkening) is a possible side effect of Latisse in the immediate
area where applied, but may be reversible after discontinuation of the
product |
| WHAT
SHOULD I DO IF I EXPERIENCE EYE ITCHING? |
| Eye itching
may occur immediately after use, but should usually last only for a short
period of time (one - two weeks during initial use). Eye itching
alone is not an allergic reaction, and doesn't mean that your eyes are
being harmed. If itching persists or you notice other symptoms consult
an ophthalmologist immediately. |
| WHAT
SHOULD I DO IF I EXPERIENCE EYE REDNESS? |
| Eye
redness may occur immediately after use, but should usually last only for
a short period of time. Eye redness alone is not an allergic reaction
or inflammation, and doesn't mean that your eyes are being harmed.
To minimize eye redness, use the FDA-approved applicators as directed. |
| CAN
LATISSE CAUSE THE COLOR OF MY EYES TO CHANGE? |
| Eye
color change, iris pigmentation, is not reported with Latisse clinical
trials. Eye color changes were reported only in patients using a
similar medication when applied directly into the eye to treat glaucoma/elevated
intraoccular pressure. Latisse is NEVER applied into the eye,
only on the outer surface of the upper eyelashes. |
| WHAT
IS THE MOST IMPORTANT INFORMATION I SHOULD KNOW ABOUT ABOUT LATISSE? |
-
Latisse is
to be used externally only.
-
Latisse is
not be be put in the eye, permanent discoloration of the iris (the colored
part of the eye) could occur.
-
Latisse is
not to be used more than once a day before bedtime.
-
Latisse is
ONLY to be used on the upper eyelashes as if you were applying eye-liner
-
Latisse is
NOT to be used on the lower eye lid
-
Always blot
any excess, unwanted hair growth can occur if repeatedly applied to an
area
-
Always used
the FDA-approved dispensers and discard to prevent contamination
|
WHO SHOULD NOT USE
LATISSE?
WHAT ARE THE CONTRAINDICATIONS
FOR LATISSE?
|
-
Do not use
Latisse if you are allergic to any of its ingredients: Active ingredient
- bimatoprost. Inactive ingredients - benzalkonium chloride; sodium chloride;
sodium phosphate, dibasic; citric acid; purified water.
-
Do NOT use
Latisse if you have or have had glaucoma or have problems with intraoccular
pressure.
-
Do NOT use
Latisse if you are using IOP (Intraoccular Pressure) lowering medications.
-
Do NOT use
Latisse if you are pregnant or nursing.
-
Do NOT use
Latisse if you are under the age of 18.
|
| CONTRAINDICATIONS:
In order to proceed to the medical consultation, you must proceed to the
next page and read the contraindications and safety information and verify
that you do not have any of the contraindications .
Under NO
circumstance will Latisse be prescribed to anyone under the age of 18. |
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