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Can Timoptic (Timolol) Be Used Instead of Latiisse and Would the Same Effect on Lash Grow

asked 11 months ago by catwoman777 in montreal
Latest answer by Daniel I. Wasserman, MD
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Can Timoptic  (Timolol) Be Used Instead of Latiisse and Would the Same Effect on Lash Grow

6 answers to Can Timoptic (Timolol) Be Used Instead of Latiisse and Would the Same Effect on Lash Grow

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Do not use Timolol instead of latisse

Timolol is an entirely different class of medications with a different mechanism. Thus it will not provide the expected aesthetic benefit that Latisse provides.
Daniel I. Wasserman, MD

Naples Dermatologic Surgeon
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Latisse is FDA approved for eyelash growth, not Timoptic.

Latisse is FDA approved for eyelash growth, not Timoptic. My recommendation is to stay safe and use the effective dose and formulation! for eyelash growth that is in Latisse.
Leyda Elizabeth Bowes, MD

Miami Dermatologic Surgeon
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Latisse is the only FDA-cleared product for eyelash growth

In order to get FDA clearance, a product has to prove to be effective and safe, and for stimulating eyelashes to grow fuller longer and darker, Latisse is the only one. Glaucoma drugs of any type - even Lumigan, which contains the same drug as Latisse - should not be used for eyelashes.
Richard Baxter, MD

Seattle Plastic Surgeon
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Timoptic instead of Latisse? Won't work.

Timoptic is a completely different glaucoma drop and has never had any affect on lash growth. Latisse (Lumigan or Bimatoprost) is an effective enhancer of lashes, both as used cosmetically as Latisse on a brush as well as the glaucoma drop.
Janet M. Neigel, MD

West Orange Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Timolol is not Latisee

Timolol is a completely different medication and will not have the same effect on eyelash growth.
Michelle Crosby, MD, PhD

Encinitas Ophthalmologist
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Latisse is the Only Proven Treatment for Eyelash Growth

Latisse is the only solution that has been scientifically proven to stimulate the growth of eyelashes. Latisse has been shown to be quite safe and is the only FDA approved treatment for growing eyelashes. Timolol should not be used as a substitute for Latisse. Latisse is a prescription-only medication and can be purchased on line from any state in the US with free shipping by going to TheWebDermatologist.com or by following the link below and filling out a short medical history form. more
Mitchell Schwartz, MD

South Burlington Dermatologic Surgeon

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