netarsudil
Rho Kinase Inhibitor Eye Drop
Plain-language definition
A newer class of glaucoma eye drop that lowers eye pressure by increasing fluid drainage through the trabecular meshwork. Brand name: Rhopressa.
Where this term comes up
“Rocklatan is a prescription eye drop combining two glaucoma medications, netarsudil (a rho kinase inhibitor) and latanoprost (a prostaglandin analog), in a single bottle.”
Medication · Rocklatan (Netarsudil/Latanoprost)
“Available generically at low cost; fixed combinations include Rocklatan with netarsudil in the U.S.”
Medication · Latanoprost (Xalatan)
“Netarsudil”
Condition · Primary Open-Angle Glaucoma (POAG)
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Medication terms describe drugs or drug classes that may be used in eye care, neurology, inflammation, infection, or pain treatment.
Related glossary terms
- prostaglandin
Glaucoma Pressure-Lowering Drop
- IOP
Intraocular Pressure
- trabecular
Drainage Meshwork
- brinzolamide
Glaucoma Eye Drop (CAI)
- dorzolamide
Glaucoma Eye Drop (CAI)
- timolol
Beta-Blocker Eye Drop
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