name: | Unoprostone |
ATC code: | S01EE02 | route: | ophthalmic |
n-compartments | 1 |
Unoprostone is a prostaglandin analog used as an ophthalmic solution for the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It is not widely used today, as newer agents are generally preferred; its use is limited in several countries.
No published human pharmacokinetic studies reporting compartmental pharmacokinetic parameters for unoprostone. Parameters below are theoretical estimates based on its similarity to other ophthalmic prostaglandin analogs.