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latanoprost + timolol maleate · Medicine question

Can Xalacom be used during breastfeeding?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Xalacom should not be used during breastfeeding, as latanoprost and its metabolites may pass into breast milk.

Sources for this answer

Xalacom eye drops, solutionViatris (formerly Mylan or Upjohn) · emc · SmPC §4.6 Fertility, pregnancy and lactation · Version 27Document updated 2 February 2026

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