Best Prostaglandin Analog for glaucoma, open-angle
Top-rated pick: Durysta — pharmaranks score 72/100, the highest of the 6 Prostaglandin Analog drugs used for glaucoma, open-angle, ranked by our independent FDA recall-safety score. Compare them with all treatments for glaucoma, open-angle or the full Prostaglandin Analog class. Not medical advice — always consult a professional.
Quick answer: Of the 6 prostaglandin analog drugs we rate for glaucoma, open-angle, all are available as lower-cost generics, and most are drops. Our ranking reflects each drug’s FDA recall-safety record — not clinical effectiveness for glaucoma, open-angle; the right choice depends on your situation, so confirm it with your prescriber.
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.
Other drug classes for glaucoma, open-angle
Top prostaglandin analog for glaucoma, open-angle: 1. Durysta · 2. Latisse · 3. Lumigan
| # | Drug | Rating | Type | Form | Generic? | Pharmacy pays | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 72/100 | Prescription | Implant | Generic | $8 | View → | |
| 2 | 72/100 | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $8 | View → | |
| 3 | 70/100 | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $8 | View → | |
| 4 | 70/100 | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $85 | View → | |
| 5 | 68/100 | Prescription | Drops | Generic | $10 | View → | |
| 6 | Not yet rated | Prescription | Implant | Generic | $10 | View → |
Full ranking · 6 drugs
durysta
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Durysta (Bimatoprost) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.77· 3 formslatisse
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Latisse (Bimatoprost) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.77· 3 formslumigan
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Lumigan (Bimatoprost) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
From ~$7.77· 3 formstafluprost
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Tafluprost is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
~$84.53 /30
travatan z
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Travatan Z (Travoprost) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
$9.56 /mL
Save up to 18% in class
idose tr
PrescriptionFDA-sourced
Idose Tr (Travoprost) is a prostaglandin analog used to treat Open-Angle Glaucoma.
Pharmacy pays
$9.56 /mL
Save up to 18% in classFrequently asked
- What is the best prostaglandin analog for glaucoma, open-angle?
- By our independent recall-safety rating — not an efficacy measure — durysta ranks highest among Prostaglandin Analog drugs used for glaucoma, open-angle. Always consult a professional.
- Which prostaglandin analog drugs treat glaucoma, open-angle?
- pharmaranks lists 6 Prostaglandin Analog products used for glaucoma, open-angle, 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.