Xalanol may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Xalanol is probably safe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug does not represent any significant risk to the baby.
UNSAFE
Xalanol may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
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No interaction found/established
No interaction found/established
Medicine Overview of Xalanol Eye Drop
Introduction
Xalanol has a combination of medicines that is used to treat glaucoma and ocular hypertension. It decreases the fluid (aqueous humor) production in the eye which relieves the pressure in the eye.
Xalanol is to be used only in the affected eye in the dose and duration as advised by the doctor. Wash your hands before using this medicine. It is advised to check the label for directions before use. Do not skip any doses and finish the full course of treatment even if you feel better. Stopping the medicine too early may lead to the infection returning or worsening.
The most common side effects include itching, stinging, itching, irritation and eye pain at the application site. If these side effects persist for a longer duration, inform your doctor. In case by accident, this medicine goes into your ears, nose or mouth, immediately rinse it with water.
Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or are allergic to this medicine or taking any other medication. This medicine is safe to use in breastfeeding mothers. It is advised not to drive or operate heavy machinery after use of this medicine as it may make you feel dizzy or sleepy and may affect your ability to drive.
Uses of Xalanol
Glaucoma
Ocular hypertension
Side effects of Xalanol
Common
Eye pain
Foreign body sensation in eyes
Stinging sensation
Itching
Irritation
Darkening of eyelashes
How to use Xalanol
This medicine is for external use only. Take it in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Check the label for directions before use. Hold the dropper close to the eye without touching it. Gently squeeze the dropper and place the medicine inside the lower eyelid. Wipe off extra liquid.
How Xalanol works
Xalanol is a combination of two medicines: Timolol and Latanoprost. Timolol is a beta blocker while Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analogue while. They work by decreasing the production of aqueous humour (fluid in the eye), thereby lowering the increased eye pressure.
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