# Latanoprostene Bunod (Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic Solution)

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

## What is Latanoprostene Bunod?

Latanoprostene Bunod (brand name: Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic Solution) is a prescription medication. Across the United States, 5,000 doctors prescribe Latanoprostene to approximately 43,000 Medicare patients.

## Brand names

Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic Solution

## Indications

Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution, 0.024% is indicated for the reduction of intraocular pressure (IOP) in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution is a prostaglandin analog indicated for the reduction of intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.

## Conditions treated

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

## Mechanism of action

Latanoprostene bunod is thought to lower intraocular pressure by increasing outflow of aqueous humor through both the trabecular meshwork and uveoscleral routes. Intraocular pressure is a major modifiable risk factor for glaucoma progression.

## Drug classification

- Established Pharmacologic Class: Prescription Medication
- Route of administration: OPHTHALMIC

## Common side effects

and instillation site pain, are conjunctival hyperemia, conjunctival hyperemia, eye irritation, eye pain

## 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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