What is the best prostaglandin analog for fetal death?

By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — cervidil ranks highest among Prostaglandin Analog drugs used for fetal death. Always consult a professional.

Which prostaglandin analog drugs treat fetal death?

pharmaranks lists 4 Prostaglandin Analog products used for fetal death, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.

How are these ranked?

By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.

Best Prostaglandin Analog for fetal death

Top-rated pick: Cervidil — pharmaranks score 72/100, the highest of the 4 Prostaglandin Analog drugs used for fetal death, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for fetal death or the full Prostaglandin Analog class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.

Quick answer: Of the 4 prostaglandin analog drugs we rate for fetal death, none are yet flagged as generics in our price data, and most are injectable. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for fetal death; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.

Rated against independent regulatory sources·Last updated August 17, 2026·How we rate

How prostaglandin analog work

Prostaglandin analogs (used as eye drops for glaucoma) activate FP receptors that relax the eye's drainage tissues, helping fluid flow out more easily. This lowers the pressure inside the eye and protects the optic nerve.

Source: Latanoprost - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

Top prostaglandin analog for fetal death: 1. Cervidil · 2. Carboprost Tromethamine · 3. Hemabate

Best-rated Prostaglandin Analog for fetal death, ranked by pharmaranks score
#	Drug	Rating	Type	Form	Generic?	Pharmacy pays
1	Cervidil	72/100	Prescription	Insert	No data	—	View →
2	Carboprost Tromethamine	70/100	Prescription	Injectable	No data	—	View →
3	Hemabate Boxed warning	64/100	Prescription	Injectable	No data	—	View →
4	Prepidil	64/100	Prescription	Topical	No data	—	View →

Full ranking · 4 drugs

#1 of 14 in Prostaglandin Analog

cervidil

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

72/100

Cervidil (Dinoprostone) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Fetal Death, Uterine Neoplasms, Gestational Trophoblastic Disease.

(6 data points)

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carboprost tromethamine

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

70/100

Carboprost Tromethamine is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Incomplete Abortion, Cystitis, Fetal Death, Postpartum Hemorrhage.

(8 data points)

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hemabate

Boxed warning

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

64/100

Hemabate (Carboprost Tromethamine) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Incomplete Abortion, Cystitis, Fetal Death, Postpartum Hemorrhage.

(61 data points)

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prepidil

PrescriptionFDA-sourced

64/100

Prepidil (Dinoprostone) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Fetal Death, Uterine Neoplasms, Gestational Trophoblastic Disease.

(61 data points)

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Frequently asked

What is the best prostaglandin analog for fetal death?: By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — cervidil ranks highest among Prostaglandin Analog drugs used for fetal death. Always consult a professional.
Which prostaglandin analog drugs treat fetal death?: pharmaranks lists 4 Prostaglandin Analog products used for fetal death, per NIH RxClass drug-classification data — each independently rated and ranked above.
How are these ranked?: By our independent score, currently based on FDA regulatory recall-safety data (the methodology blends additional sources as they come online). See the How we rate page.