Latanoprost: How It Works, What It's Studied For & Safety
Latanoprost is a prostaglandin F2α analog FDA-approved as an ophthalmic drop for glaucoma; used off-label as a topical scalp/eyelash hair-growth adjunct. Clinicians consider it for open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension (FDA-approved ophthalmic). Compounded variants are dispensed by Wells Pharmacy Network only after a clinician evaluation.
Also known as: Xalatan
How does Latanoprost work?
Latanoprost binds the FP prostanoid receptor. In the anterior chamber it lowers intraocular pressure; on the hair follicle it is studied for prolonging the anagen growth phase, similar to bimatoprost (the basis for Latisse).
What is Latanoprost studied for?
- Open-angle glaucoma and ocular hypertension (FDA-approved ophthalmic)
- Off-label scalp hair-loss in clinician-directed combination preparations
How is Latanoprost taken?
FDA-approved as an ophthalmic solution. Compounded scalp preparations exist for hair-loss protocols.
Is Latanoprost FDA-approved? Is it safe?
FDA-approved as a finished drug product when prescribed under its labeled indications. Compounded variants on this site are separate from the branded product and are dispensed only when a clinician determines a compounded preparation is appropriate. Skin pigmentation and hyperpigmentation around treated areas can occur. Compounded prescription-only preparations are dispensed by Wells Pharmacy Network. Eligibility is decided by a licensed clinician based on intake and labs, not by checkout. Compounded products on this site are not FDA-approved and are not generic equivalents of any branded medication.
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What does the research say about Latanoprost?
Strong evidence for the labeled glaucoma indication; off-label scalp use is supported by small studies.
Citations & further reading
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