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Latanoprost was the first prostaglandin to be approved as first-line treatment for elevated eye pressure. Three newer prostaglandins are travoprost (Travatan), bimatoprost (Lumigan),and tafluprost (Zioptan). These drugs are used to reduce eye pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma and high ocular pressure. Side effects include itching, redness, and burning during administration. Muscle and joint pain may also occur.
Eye Medication Side Effects. Any medication can have side effects, eye medications included. Eye drops can cause redness, blurry vision, light sensitivity, narrowing of the pupils and stinging.ye Medication Side Effects. Any medication can have side effects, eye medications included. Eye drops can cause redness, blurry vision, light sensitivity, narrowing of the pupils and stinging.