Tag: Latisse side effects

LATISSE® (bimatoprost ophthalmic solution) 0.03% is the first and only FDA-approved treatment for eyelash hypotrichosis (inadequate lashes) [1.2.1, 1.5.5]. But is LATISSE safe for eyes, given that its active ingredient was originally for glaucoma treatment? [1.2.4]

According to the FDA's clinical trials, only 4% of patients using Latisse as prescribed experienced common side effects like eye itching or redness. However, using too much Latisse can significantly raise your risk of these adverse effects and lead to more serious, and sometimes permanent, consequences.

According to clinical trials, the most common side effects reported from using Latisse were eye itching and redness, which occurred in approximately 4% of patients. This FDA-approved prescription eyelash serum, while effective for hypotrichosis, carries potential risks that users must consider, including some that can be permanent.

Clinical reports have identified headaches as a possible systemic adverse reaction for some users of bimatoprost, the active ingredient in Latisse, though it is not one of the most frequently cited side effects. This article explores the link between the prescription eyelash treatment and this potential adverse effect to answer the question: **Can Latisse cause headaches?**