Prostaglandin analogue
Prostaglandin analogues are a
class of drugs that bind to a prostaglandin receptor.[1]
Wider use of prostaglandin analogues is limited by unwanted side effects and their abortive potential.[citation needed]
Uses
Prostaglandin analogues such as
NSAIDs
.
In the field of
prodrugs of PGF2α, including latanoprost, an isopropyl analogue of PGF2α, approved by the FDA in 1996, bimatoprost and travoprost, both approved in 2001, and tafluprost, approved in 2012.[1] However, there are notable side effects associated with usage, including increased eyelash growth, pigmentation of the iris, and darkening of the skin around the eye.[3]
References
External links
- Prostaglandin+Analogues at the U.S. National Library of Medicine Medical Subject Headings (MeSH)