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What is the classification of Latanoprost?
What is the classification of Latanoprost?
What are the therapeutic uses of Latanoprost?
What are the therapeutic uses of Latanoprost?
Reduce intraocular pressure in glaucoma.
What contraindications are associated with Latanoprost?
What contraindications are associated with Latanoprost?
Cautions in clients with a torn or absent lens, intraocular inflammation, or risk of macular edema, respiratory distress.
What are common side effects of Latanoprost?
What are common side effects of Latanoprost?
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What are some adverse reactions that may occur with Latanoprost?
What are some adverse reactions that may occur with Latanoprost?
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What drug-lab-food interaction should be noted with Latanoprost?
What drug-lab-food interaction should be noted with Latanoprost?
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What nursing interventions are important when administering Latanoprost?
What nursing interventions are important when administering Latanoprost?
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What client education should be provided for Latanoprost?
What client education should be provided for Latanoprost?
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Study Notes
Classification of Drug
- Latanoprost is classified as a prostaglandin analogue.
- Primarily used as an antiglaucoma medication.
Therapeutic Uses
- Effective in reducing intraocular pressure in patients with glaucoma.
Contraindications
- Use with caution in patients with:
- Torn or absent lens.
- Intraocular inflammation.
- Risk of macular edema.
- Respiratory distress.
Common Side Effects
- May cause brown pigmentation of the iris.
- Darkening of the eyelid can occur.
- Symptoms such as blurred vision, itching, and excessive tearing are common.
- Notable effects include increased length and thickness of eyelashes.
Adverse Reactions
- Rare but serious complications include:
- Retinal embolus.
- Retinal detachment.
- Vitreous hemorrhage, particularly in patients with diabetic retinopathy.
Drug-Lab-Food Interactions
- Concomitant use with eye drops containing thimerosal is contraindicated as it causes latanoprost to precipitate out of solution.
Nursing Interventions and Considerations
- Closely monitor patients during the first dose administration.
- Conduct thorough assessments including:
- Medical history (allergies and herbal supplements).
- Vital signs.
- Baseline visual acuity.
- Respiratory assessment for crackles and wheezes.
Client Education
- Advise patients to complete the full course of medication as prescribed.
- Stress the importance of not stopping the medication abruptly without a doctor's approval.
- Instruct to avoid medications that could elevate intraocular pressure (IOP).
- Patients should be informed about the potential for brown iris pigmentation, eyelid darkening, and excessive tearing.
- Teach proper administration techniques for eye drops.
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