Actron
Brand names,
Actron
Analogs
Actron
Brand Names Mixture
- Anivy (Benzocaine + Chlorphenesin + Titanium Dioxide + Zinc Oxide)
Actron
Chemical_Formula
C26H40O5
Actron
RX_link
http://www.rxlist.com/cgi/generic/latanoprost.htm
Actron
fda sheet
Actron
msds (material safety sheet)
Actron
Synthesis Reference
No information avaliable
Actron
Molecular Weight
432.593 g/mol
Actron
Melting Point
No information avaliable
Actron
H2O Solubility
8 mg/mL
Actron
State
Liquid
Actron
LogP
4.027
Actron
Dosage Forms
Solution
Actron
Indication
For the reduction of elevated intraocular pressure in patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension.
Actron
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.
Actron
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.
Actron
side effects and Toxicity
Symptoms of overdose include bloodshot eyes and eye irritation.
Actron
Patient Information
http://www.drugs.com/MTM/lactulose.html
Actron
Organisms Affected
Humans and other mammals