What is "tafluprost"

n. A prostaglandin analogue used topically (as eyedrops) to control the progression of glaucoma and in the management of ocular hypertension.

Tafluprost (trade names Taflotan by Santen Pharmaceutical and Zioptan by Merck in the US) is a prostaglandin analogue. It is used topically (as eye drops) to control the progression of open-angle glaucoma and in the management of ocular hypertension, alone or in combination with other medication. It reduces intraocular pressure by increasing the outflow of aqueous fluid from the eyes.