Latanoprostene Bunod Ophthalmic Solution 0.024% in the Treatment of Open-Angle Glaucoma: Design, Development, and Place in Therapy
December 2018
in “
Clinical Ophthalmology
”
TLDR Latanoprostene bunod effectively lowers eye pressure and is better tolerated than other glaucoma medications.
The article discusses the design, development, and place in therapy of Latanoprostene bunod ophthalmic solution 0.024% for the treatment of open-angle glaucoma. The drug works by lowering intraocular pressure through the release of nitric oxide. Clinical studies have shown that Latanoprostene bunod is effective in lowering intraocular pressure and is well-tolerated by patients. It has also been found to be more effective than other glaucoma medications, such as timolol, and has a lower risk of adverse skin reactions. Overall, Latanoprostene bunod offers a promising treatment option for patients with open-angle glaucoma.