Although the products are similar, using a medication that is labeled for a specific medical problem will likely flag you as having that disease. For example, Lumigan is used to treat glaucoma and obtaining a prescription will tell your insurance company that you have been diagnosed with glaucoma and this will... more
Can I also use the regular Bimatoprost 0.03% instead of Latisse?
What is the difference between Latisse and Bimatoprost 0.03%. Can I use Bimatoprost 0.03% from Allergan instead of Latisse? (It is much cheaper and costs in India from Allergan around 15 US$). Has Bimatoprost (although I know that Latisse consists Bimatoprost) more side effects? Thanks
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6 answers to “Can I also use the regular...”A: Latisse and Lumigan are the same
Latisse and Lumigan are the same medication in different bottles so they will have the same effect. Having said that,if you are in the United States, especially, I caution you from asking your doctor for a prescription for Lumigan, though, if you do not have glaucoma. If you are trying to get your insurance to... more
A: You could, but it may not be the strongest
Though you could use Bimatoprost as an alternative to Latisse, you may want to try Travoprost. Travoprost is a related, but slightly different molecule than Bimatoprost that on animals, was shown to be more effective in growing hair. I have seen tremendous success with Travoprost (Travatan) in our patients.
A: Latisse and Bimatoprost
The glaucoma med and Latisse are the same product, they are just marketed differently. I do not think that the side effect are any different for either product.
A: Bimatoprost is the same as Latisse is the same as Lumigan
Bimatoprost is the same as Latisse is the same as Lumigan. Some physicians have been using Lumigan (Bimatoprost) for hypotrichosis or short eyelashes for several years. Physicians first noticed the effects of Bimatoprost using Lumigan, which is also sold by Allergan, for the treatment of glaucoma.
A: Latisse equal to generic Bimatoprost
It is probably the same product with the same benefits and side effects. It should technically be applied to the upper lid. It can promote hair growth anywhere including the cheek, if it falls there. It can also cause hyperpigmentation (darkening) of the skin, change in the color of the iris, irritation,... more
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69 posts
11 Feb 2009
Bimatoprost 0.03 is the main ingredient in Latisse. It is a prostoglandin analog that has shown to increase the length,thickness and darkness of eye lashes. Latisse is the only FDA approved medication for that application. All Prostoglandin analogs may be effective but they are not approved by FDA for that application
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6 Mar 2009
Lattisse and Lumigan are the same drug which are packaged differently; therefore, they have the same effect on eyelash growth. Lattisse is apply to the base of lashes with a special applicator to stimulate eyelash growth, which results in longer, thicker, and darker lash. Lumigan is used to treat glaucoma, and it is applied directly to the eyes. Lattisse is for cosmetic treatment while Lumigan is for treatment of a medical condition. Lattise is not covered by health insurance.
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17 Apr 2009
Yes you can definitely use the generic Bimatoprost 0.03, I do myself with great success. You can order it on-line. In fact it only costs 10% of what Latisse costs. Buying Latisse just because it's in a new fancy packaging is ridiculous. And the brushes that they give you with Latisse are useless, anyway. Save your money!!!!!
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29 May 2009
If using the generic Bimatoprost instead of Latisse, would you just carefully use a cotton swab for application?
1409 posts
1 Jun 2009
Hi LauraRR,
Some RealSelf members have mentioned they prefer to use eyeliner brushes, even if they have the Latisse applicators. There's a very active discussion about it here.
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18 Jun 2009
Where can I get Bimatoprost 0.0
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26 Jun 2009
The side effects scare me a bit. Does it mean that I would get brown spots in my face and that my iris can change color? Would I get an eye infection? Thanks