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Can I Use 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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Seekingforhelp
in India
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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 pay for your eyelash treatments, this is a bad idea as your insurance records will be flagged as you having glaucoma treatments. It might make it difficult for you to get insurance...
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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.
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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, inflammation, redness, and itching of the eyelid skin.
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Using Lumigan instead of Latisse
Of course you can do this, as a box of Latisse contains a bottle of Lumigan!:) if it makes you feel better, just stick the bottle of Lumigan in a white box, write the word Latisse on it with a black Sharpie, and you'll have the identical product!:)
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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.
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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.
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Bimatoprost vs. Latisse
Bimatoprost and Latisse are basically the same Product. Bimatoprost = Lumigan. Lumigan is a prescription drug for Glaucoma Patience. Where Latisse is a prescription for Cosmetic Patience. Although it may be cheaper it comes with a price. Having a Dr. prescribe Lumigan can flag you as having the disease and may cause problems. Problems that are not necessary. Stick with the proper prescription for the proper necessary use.
"Dr.D"
Fayetteville Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Lumigan is much cheaper
But doesn't include the best applicator. That shouldn't stop individuals motivated to save $. Officially of course patients should only use medications for their intended use.
Chicago Ophthalmologist
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Latisse is Bimatoprost
The active medication in Latisse is bimatoprost 0.03%. As some other physicians have noted, be careful using a medication which does not have the indication you are using it for as it may label you with a certain disease.
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Latisse vs Lumigan
The product are the same. That being said, getting it prescribed and paid by your insurance would probably constitute an element of fraud by your provider and yourself. I would be very careful in this situation.
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Not a good idea
While the active medications are the same, I would not use the medication that is used for glaucoma. It is always safer to use a medication for its indication. In addition, if you are prescribed the glaucoma medication, many would consider this fraud. Be careful with this.
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Substitution Not A Good Idea
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 go in your records. Latisse, is used for a cosmetic problem called hypotrichosis (short hairs) and this diagnosis should not carry any significant implications for your medical...
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Boulder Dermatologist
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