Chemical Name: LATANOPROST (la-TA-noe-prost)

Xalatan is a topical eye medication used to reduce pressure inside the eye. It is used to treat eye conditions, including glaucoma and ocular hypertension, in which increased pressure can lead to a gradual loss of vision.

SIDE EFFECTS that may occur while taking this medication includes stinging, burning, itching , watering, or swelling of the eye, redness of the eyelids, irritation and dry eyes.