• Am. J. Ophthalmol. · May 2004

    Topical prostaglandin F(2alpha) analog induced poliosis.

    • Celia S Chen, Jane Wells, and Jamie E Craig.
    • Department of Ophthalmology, Flinders Medical Centre, Bedford Drive, Bedford Park, Adelaide, SA 5042, Australia.
    • Am. J. Ophthalmol. 2004 May 1; 137 (5): 965-6.

    PurposeTo report poliosis as a side effect associated with topical prostaglandin F(2alpha) (PGF(2alpha)) analogs.MethodCase series.ResultsSeven patients treated with different topical PGF(2alpha) analogs for primary open angle glaucoma developed bilateral poliosis, either alone or in combination with other adverse effects of PGF(2alpha) analog therapy.ConclusionPoliosis is a possible adverse effect of topical PGF(2alpha) analog therapy which is previously unreported. Topical PGF(2alpha) analog therapy should be included in the differential diagnosis of patients with poliosis.

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