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Drug profile · INN

epoprostenol

epoprostenol (VELETRI) is a prostanoid ip receptor agonist. Associated with Janssen-Cilag Pty Ltd.

TGA: approved
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Pipeline programs 2
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Drug details — epoprostenol

Quick answer

epoprostenol (VELETRI) is a prostanoid ip receptor agonist. Associated with Janssen-Cilag Pty Ltd.

Key facts

INN epoprostenol
Brand VELETRI
Mechanism Prostanoid IP receptor agonist

Mechanism of action

Prostanoid IP receptor agonist

Approval history

Authority Status Date
TGA approved

Pipeline programs

  1. 25-0256 Approved · United Therapeutics Europe · Frostbite
  2. epoprostenol Approved · Ultragenyx UK · Hypertension, Pulmonary

Frequently asked questions

What is epoprostenol?

epoprostenol (VELETRI) is a prostanoid ip receptor agonist. Associated with Janssen-Cilag Pty Ltd.

What is the brand name for epoprostenol?

VELETRI is a marketed brand name for epoprostenol. Check FDA Drugs@FDA for the current US label holder and prescribing information.