Eyelash growth treatment

Question 1

How much does bimatoprost (Latisse) cost?

Answer

The generic price for a 3mL bottle of bimatoprost may range from $30 to $60 with a prescription discount card.*

A 3mL bottle of generic bimatoprost or Latisse contains 70 applicators. Each eye requires its own applicator and applicators can only be used once. The 3mL bottle lasts about 35 days when the lash medication is used as directed.

A 5mL bottle of generic bimatoprost or Latisse contains 140 applicators and lasts about 10 weeks when used as directed.

*Pricing isn't guaranteed.

Question 2

Is bimatoprost covered by insurance?

Answer

Probably not. Most health insurance plans won't cover the cost of bimatoprost eyelash serum.

Question 3

Are the effects of bimatoprost permanent?

Answer

When you stop using bimatoprost, you'll lose the benefits of the growth serum in a few weeks or months and your lashes will return to their previous appearance.

Question 4

What are the possible side effects of bimatoprost?

Answer

The most common side effects of bimatoprost eyelash growth serum are itching and redness, reported in approximately 4% of clinical trial patients. If you have light-colored eyes, there's a small chance (less than 4%) that bimatoprost may permanently darken the colored part of your eye (iris).

There's also a small chance that bimatoprost will darken your eyelids, which may be reversible. You can reduce this risk by using the medication as directed. Avoid getting this medication in your eye or on your lower eyelash line.

Question 5

Can I use bimatoprost if I wear contact lenses?

Answer

Yes. But if you wear contact lenses, you'll need to remove them before you apply bimatoprost to your upper eyelid. Healthcare providers recommend that you don't wear your contacts for 15 minutes after bimatoprost application.

Question 6

Does Latisse work on eyebrows?

Answer

Yes. Some clinical studies indicate that bimatoprost, the active ingredient in Latisse, is a safe and effective treatment for eyebrow hair loss.

Question 7

Clinical sources

Answer

1. Allergan. (2020). Latisse: Highlights of prescribing information. https://www.rxabbvie.com/pdf/latisse_pi.pdf

2. Carruthers, J., Beer, K., Carruthers, A., Coleman, W. P., 3rd, Draelos, Z. D., Jones, D., Goldman, M. P., Pucci, M. L., VanDenburgh, A., Weng, E., & Whitcup, S. M. (2016). Bimatoprost 0.03% for the Treatment of Eyebrow Hypotrichosis. Dermatologic surgery : official publication for American Society for Dermatologic Surgery [et al.], 42(5), 608–617.

3. Jones D. (2011). Enhanced eyelashes: prescription and over-the-counter options. Aesthetic plastic surgery, 35(1), 116–121.

4. Wirta, D., Baumann, L., Bruce, S., Ahluwalia, G., Weng, E., & Daniels, S. (2015). Safety and Efficacy of Bimatoprost for Eyelash Growth in Postchemotherapy Subjects. The Journal of clinical and aesthetic dermatology, 8(4), 11–20.

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