Ann Dermatol.  2014 Apr;26(2):269-270. 10.5021/ad.2014.26.2.269.

Allergic Contact Dermatitis Caused by Topical Eye Drops Containing Latanoprost

• Lee JH
• Kim TH
• Kim SC

• KMID: 2171672
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.5021/ad.2014.26.2.269

Abstract

No abstract available.

MeSH Terms

Dermatitis, Allergic Contact*
Ophthalmic Solutions*
Ophthalmic Solutions

Figure

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  Fig. 1 Erythematous oozing patches on the both eyelids.

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  Fig. 2 Patch test with Xalatan® showed positive reaction (right patch) and patch test with Cosopt® showed doubtful reaction (left patch) after 48 hours.

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