A rare complication from prostaglandin analogue therapy

Clin Exp Optom. 2009 Mar;92(2):137-8. doi: 10.1111/j.1444-0938.2008.00300.x. Epub 2008 Jul 21.

Abstract

This case describes a rare complication of prostaglandin analogue eye drops used for treatment of primary open angle glaucoma. Though increase in the number, size and pigmentation of eyelashes is well-known, this case shows extensive hair growth in malar region, which can be unacceptable. This complication can be one of the causes of discontinuation of prostaglandin analogue therapy.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Eyelashes / drug effects
  • Eyelashes / growth & development
  • Eyelids / drug effects*
  • Eyelids / pathology
  • Female
  • Hair / drug effects*
  • Hair / growth & development*
  • Hair / pathology
  • Humans
  • Latanoprost
  • Middle Aged
  • Ocular Hypertension / drug therapy
  • Ophthalmic Solutions
  • Prostaglandins F, Synthetic / administration & dosage
  • Prostaglandins F, Synthetic / adverse effects*
  • Skin Pigmentation / drug effects

Substances

  • Ophthalmic Solutions
  • Prostaglandins F, Synthetic
  • Latanoprost