Rocklatan is manufactured by Allergan [1].
What is Rocklatan used for?
Rocklatan is a prescription eye drop used to lower high blood pressure in the eye, a condition known as ocular hypertension or open-angle glaucoma [2].
How does Rocklatan work?
Rocklatan contains two active ingredients: netarsudil and latanoprost. Netarsudil is a rho-kinase inhibitor that helps to increase the outflow of aqueous humor from the eye, thereby lowering intraocular pressure. Latanoprost is a prostaglandin analog that also increases the uveoscleral outflow of aqueous humor [2].
When did Rocklatan become available?
Rocklatan was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in March 2019 [3].
Are there other manufacturers of Rocklatan?
Currently, Allergan is the sole manufacturer of Rocklatan.
What are other treatments for high eye pressure?
Other treatments for ocular hypertension and open-angle glaucoma include other prostaglandin analogs (like latanoprost, travoprost, bimatoprost), beta-blockers, alpha-adrenergic agonists, and carbonic anhydrase inhibitors. Some treatments are also available as combination drops [4].
What is the patent status of Rocklatan?
Information regarding the specific patents covering Rocklatan and their expiration dates can be found through resources like DrugPatentWatch.com [5]. Patents play a crucial role in determining when generic versions of a drug can enter the market.