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Developed Epicanthal Fold After Using Generic Latisse

asked 1 year ago by 7969anon in Mpls
Latest answer by Peter A. Aldea, MD
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Tags: eyelids

After using a generic form of Latisse called Careprost I developed a slight epicanthal fold on one of my eyes and a slight one on the other. I am of Asian descent and although no one can really tell, I am certainly aware of it. Please advise me as to what I can do, if anything at all. Could I try StriVectin to correct it?

1 answer to Developed Epicanthal Fold After Using Generic Latisse

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There is NO generic Latisse

Latisse will not be in generic form for another 9 years. Anyone who sells you such a "Latisse" is either deceiving you or using the active ingredient in Latisse illegally. Either way purchasing such a "medication" is risky for many obvious reasons not worth going over here. There is NO scientific explanation why Latisse or its active ingredient can cause epicanthal folds. I think you need to see a professional to examine you and see what is truly going on. You may... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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