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Rescula
Unoprostone is an eye drop used to lower eye pressure in people with high eye pressure or open-angle glaucoma. It's no longer available in the United States, because it was discontinued.
Last reviewed on July 5, 2022
What is Unoprostone?
What is Unoprostone used for?
High eye pressure
Open-angle glaucoma
How Unoprostone works
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Drug Facts
Common BrandsRescula (brand no longer available)
Drug ClassAntiglaucoma
Controlled Substance ClassificationNot a controlled medication
Generic StatusNo lower-cost generic available
AvailabilityDiscontinued
Frequently asked questions about Unoprostone
What is unoprostone?
Unoprostone is an eye drop that you give to yourself twice a day to lower pressure in the affected eye(s). The exact way that it works isn't fully known, but it's thought to help drain out the liquid inside the front part of the eye. This helps lower eye pressure for people with high eye pressure or open-angle glaucoma.
Is unoprostone still available?
No, unoprostone has been discontinued and is no longer available in the United States. Unoprostone wasn't discontinued due to safety concerns, but rather for business reasons.
Are there currently available medications that are used in place of unoprostone?
Yes, there are several available medications used to treat high eye pressure and glaucoma that are commonly used today. Examples of medications include latanoprost (Xalatan) and brimonidine (Alphagan P). Laser or surgical procedures can also lower pressure in the eye. Talk to your provider about which treatment is best for you.
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What are alternatives to Unoprostone?
There are a number of medications that your doctor can prescribe in place of Unoprostone. Compare a few possible alternatives below.
Used for:
High pressure in the eye caused by ocular hypertension (high pressure inside the eye) or open-angle glaucoma (the most common type of glaucoma)
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