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Allergic reaction to Glaucoma eye drops?

Eye Conditions | Last Active: Apr 15, 2021 | Replies (15)

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@riflemanz64

I just got glaucoma at 65 yrs old and my eyes hate the Latanaprost drops. My eyes are red all day and they throb. I use refresh drops that help. My eyes do not feel normal at all. I don't know what to do about them. I'll tell my Dr. again and see what he says.

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@riflemanz64,
I also have Latanoprost drops that I use every night before bed. I have been on them for several years without the symptoms that you describe. I do have redness and some burning during allergy season. I use the Refresh gel drops, and also over the counter Pataday drops per my doctors advice) I remember that when my ophthalmologist first prescribed them, he told my to try them, and if they caused discomfort or redness, that he would prescribe a different drop for me, or a different brand generic because the solutions used by different companies can vary.

My eyes used to burn when I first administered my drops, however that did not last for many days, and he had already told me to expect it at first.

Please talk to your ophthalmologist about it.
How long have you been using the Latanoprost? Do you have a history of Spring allergies?

Let me know what you find out.

@riflemanz64 my mother also has glaucoma. Although she does not use the same medication her eye pressure is within a normal range. Don’t forget besides your ophthalmologist your pharmacist is also available to speak to regarding the medication and your eye symptoms.