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