Orudis
Orudis Brand names, Orudis Analogs
Orudis Brand Names Mixture
- Anivy (Benzocaine + Chlorphenesin + Titanium Dioxide + Zinc Oxide)
Orudis Chemical_Formula
C26H40O5
Orudis RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/latanoprost.htm
Orudis fda sheet
Orudis msds (material safety sheet)
Orudis Synthesis Reference
No information avaliable
Orudis Molecular Weight
432.593 g/mol
Orudis Melting Point
No information avaliable
Orudis H2O Solubility
8 mg/mL
Orudis State
Liquid
Orudis LogP
4.027
Orudis Dosage Forms
Solution
Orudis Indication
For the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Orudis Pharmacology
Latanoprost is an isopropyl ester prodrug which is inactive but which becomes active after hydrolysis to the acid from. Latanoprost opthalmic solution is a topical medication used for controlling the progression of glaucoma or ocular hypertension, by reducing intraocular pressure. It is a prostaglandin analogue that works by increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes.
Orudis Absorption
Latanoprost is well absorbed through the cornea where the isopropyl ester prodrug is hydrolyzed to the acid form. Peak concentration is reached 2 hrs after topical administration.
Orudis side effects and Toxicity
Symptoms of overdose include bloodshot eyes and eye irritation.
Orudis Patient Information
http://www.drugs.com/MTM/lactulose.html
Orudis Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals
