# Bimatoprost (Bimatoprost)

Source: https://ourhealthnetwork.com/drugs/bimatoprost
Data: FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA, refreshed periodically

## What is Bimatoprost?

Bimatoprost is a prostaglandin analog taken ophthalmic. It is prescribed to treat glaucoma, open-angle. Across the United States, 21,000 doctors prescribe Bimatoprost to approximately 299,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Bimatoprost

## Indications

Bimatoprost is prescribed for the treatment of glaucoma and open-angle.

## Conditions treated

- [Glaucoma](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/glaucoma)
- [Open-Angle](https://ourhealthnetwork.com/conditions/open-angle)

## Mechanism of action

Bimatoprost, a prostaglandin analog, is a synthetic structural analog of prostaglandin with ocular hypotensive activity. It selectively mimics the effects of naturally occurring substances, prostamides.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Prostaglandin Analog [EPC]
- Route of administration: OPHTHALMIC

## Common side effects

most common adverse reaction

## Sources and disclaimers

- FDA Orange Book and OpenFDA dataset
- This information is for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Always consult a healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication.

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