RHOPRESSA (netarsudil mesylate)
Rhopressa helps patients with open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension by lowering elevated pressure within the eye. It is used for individuals who need to manage their intraocular pressure to maintain eye health. This medication belongs to a class of drugs called rho kinase inhibitors.
How RHOPRESSA Works
Rhopressa works by inhibiting rho kinase, which is believed to increase the drainage of aqueous humor through the eye's trabecular meshwork. By improving this fluid outflow, the drug helps lower the internal pressure of the eye.
Details
- Status
- Prescription
- First Approved
- 2017-12-18
- Patent Cliff
- 2034
- Routes
- OPHTHALMIC
- Dosage Forms
- SOLUTION/DROPS
RHOPRESSA Approval History
What RHOPRESSA Treats
2 indicationsRHOPRESSA is approved for 2 conditions since its original approval in 2017. These indications span multiple therapeutic areas including oncology, immunology, and more.
- Open-Angle Glaucoma
- Ocular Hypertension
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Understanding FDA Approval Types
| Count | Type | What it means |
|---|---|---|
| - | ORIG | Original approval - drug first enters market |
| - | SUPPL - Efficacy | New indication (new disease/condition approved) |
| - | SUPPL - Labeling | Label text changes (warnings, dosing updates) |
| - | SUPPL - Manufacturing | Production changes (new facility) |
| - | SUPPL - Chemistry | Formulation changes (new dosage strength) |
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RHOPRESSA FDA Label Details
Indications & Usage
FDA Label (PDF)RHOPRESSA is indicated for the treatment of Open-Angle Glaucoma; Ocular Hypertension.
RHOPRESSA Patents & Exclusivity
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