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Latanoprost was the first prostaglandin to be approved as first-line treatment for elevated eye pressure. Three newer prostaglandins are travoprost (Travatan), bimatoprost (Lumigan),and tafluprost (Zioptan). These drugs are used to reduce eye pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma and high ocular pressure. Side effects include itching, redness, and burning during administration. Muscle and joint pain may also occur.
My doctor has prescribed three eye pressure medications. I am worried about side effects and would like to use only one to keep my glaucoma in check. Your doctor is trying to keep your eye pressure low. If you are experiencing side effects from the eye drops, you may want to consider laser treatment.