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tafluprost

tafluprost (ZIOPTAN) is a prostanoid fp receptor agonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

FDA: approved
US status approved
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Drug details — tafluprost
US status
approved
Class
Route
OPHTHALMIC
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0
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Quick answer

tafluprost (ZIOPTAN) is a prostanoid fp receptor agonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

Key facts

INN tafluprost
Brand ZIOPTAN
Mechanism Prostanoid FP receptor agonist
Target Prostaglandin F2-alpha receptor
Route OPHTHALMIC
Formulation SOLUTION/DROPS

Mechanism of action

Prostanoid FP receptor agonist

Primary target: Prostaglandin F2-alpha receptor

Approval history

Authority Status Date
FDA approved

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Frequently asked questions

What is tafluprost?

tafluprost (ZIOPTAN) is a prostanoid fp receptor agonist. Route of administration: ophthalmic. Current US regulatory status: approved.

What is the brand name for tafluprost?

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

What is the US approval status of tafluprost?

tafluprost has approved status in the United States according to our Drugs@FDA-derived records. Verify on the official FDA label before clinical or commercial decisions.