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

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

Richard Baxter, MD · Answer

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.

Daniel I. Wasserman, MD · Answer

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

Leyda Elizabeth Bowes, MD · Answer

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.

Janet M. Neigel, MD · Answer

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.

Michelle Crosby, MD, PhD · Answer

Timolol is a completely different medication and will not have the same effect on eyelash growth.

Mitchell Schwartz, MD - Account Suspended · Answer

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.

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

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