Bimatoprost also has the potential to stimulate the growth of scalp hair

Bimatoprost also has the potential to stimulate the growth of scalp hair. Allergan is currently studying the safety and efficacy of a new formulation of bimatoprost for use specifically as a topical hair loss treatment for common baldness (androgenetic alopecia) in both men and women.

Bimatoprost solution is intended for use on the skin of the upper eyelid margins at the base of the eyelashes.

It should not be applied to the lower eyelid. The bottom lashes receive the drug from the top lashes through blinking.

It is possible for hair growth to occur in areas of skin that bimatoprost frequently touches. Any excess solution outside the upper eyelid margin should be blotted with a tissue or other absorbent material to reduce the chance of this happening.bimatoprost ophthalmic (Lumigan, latisse) is an expensive drug used to treat open-angle glaucoma and high pressure in the eye. It can also be used on the upper eyelashes to increase their growth. This drug is slightly less growing than comparable drugs. It is Available in brand and generic form. Generic bimatoprost is covered by most Medicare and insurance plans, but some pharmacy coupons or cash prices may be lower.

The applicator should be disposed after one use. A new sterile applicator should be used for the opposite eyelid margin.