Latanoprost

Product: Latanoprost

Synonyms:

Propan-2-yl 7-[3,5-dihydroxy-2-(3-hydroxy-5-phenyl-pentyl)-cyclopentyl]hept-5-enoate

Molecular Formula: C₂₆H₄₀O₅

CAS: 130209-82-4

Molecular Weight: 432.59

Appearance: White Crystalline powder

Function: latanoprosrt 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 (more specifically an analogue of Prostaglandin F_2α) that works by increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes (through the uvealsclearal tract).