Article: Latanoprost

Latanoprost
Systematic (IUPAC) name
propan-2-yl 7-[3,5-dihydroxy-2- (3-hydroxy-5-phenyl-pentyl) -cyclopentyl] hept-5-enoate
Identifiers
CAS number	130209-82-4
ATC code	S01EE01
PubChem	60798
DrugBank	APRD01065
Chemical data
Formula	C26H40O5
Mol. weight	432.593 g/mol
Pharmacokinetic data
Bioavailability	?
Metabolism	?
Half life	17 minutes
Excretion	?
Therapeutic considerations
Pregnancy cat.	?
Legal status
Routes	?

Latanoprost (pronounced la-TA-noe-prost) ophthalmic solution is a topical medication used for controlling the progression of glaucoma or ocular hypertension, by reducing intraocular pressure. It is a prostaglandin analogue that works by increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes. It is also known by the brand name of Xalatan Op manufactured by Pfizer.

Molecular formula: C₂₆H₄₀O₅

Possible side effects:

• May cause blurred vision;
• May cause eyelid redness;
• May permanently darken eyelashes;
• May cause eye discomfort;
• May eventually cause permanent darkening of the iris to brown (heterochromia);
• May cause a temporary burning sensation during use.
• May cause thickening of the eyelashes.