Hypertrichosis of the Eyelashes Caused by Bimatoprost

    November 2004 in “ Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology ”
    Antonella Tosti, Massimiliano Pazzaglia, Stylianos Voudouris, Giovanni Tosti
    From the encyclopedia
    Bimatoprost →

    a synthetic prostamide used to treat eyelashes also shows promise for stimulating hair growth on scalp

    Latanoprost →

    glaucoma medication with hair follicle stimulant effects

    Alopecia Areata →

    autoimmune disorder causing patchy hair loss

    Image
    Studysummary This article reports a case where the IOP-lowering drug bimatoprost was associated with eyelash hypertrichosis. Our plain-language summary of this paper — not a Tressless recommendation.
    The document reports a case of hypertrichosis (excessive hair growth) of the eyelashes caused by bimatoprost (Lumigan; Allergan, Inc.), which is a new intraocular pressure (IOP)-lowering drug similar to latanoprost (Xalatan; Pfizer, Inc.). Latanoprost, known for its ability to lower IOP in patients with glaucoma and ocular hypertension, has also been observed to stimulate eyelash growth and has been suggested as a treatment for alopecia areata of the eyelashes. The case presented suggests that bimatoprost may have a similar effect on eyelash growth as latanoprost.
    Discuss this study in the Community →

    Research cited in this study

    2 / 2 results