Rhopressa
Also known as Netarsudil, Netarsudil Ophthalmic Solution, Rho Kinase Inhibitor Drop, Glaucoma Eye Drop, Eye Pressure Drop
Bottom Line
Rhopressa is a once-nightly prescription drop for open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension. It lowers eye pressure through a different pathway than prostaglandin drops.
Rhopressa is netarsudil ophthalmic solution 0.02%. The label lists it for lowering elevated eye pressure in open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension 1.
The label dosing is one drop in the affected eye once daily in the evening 1.
Redness is common. The label also describes corneal verticillata, instillation site pain, and conjunctival hemorrhage 1.
How It Works
Rhopressa is a Rho kinase inhibitor. The label says it is believed to lower eye pressure by increasing fluid outflow through the trabecular meshwork route 1.
It can be used with other eye pressure drops when the doctor spaces drops apart.
Who It Helps
Rhopressa may fit people who need another way to lower eye pressure.
- Open-angle glaucoma or ocular hypertension is the diagnosis.
- Pressure is still above target.
- Redness would not create a major problem.
- The cornea is monitored if there is cornea disease.
Side Effects and Safety
The label lists common side effects such as eye redness, corneal verticillata, instillation site pain, and conjunctival hemorrhage 1.
The label also notes epithelial corneal edema in some patients. Call your doctor for eye pain or decreased vision.
Cost and Insurance
Rhopressa is a brand-name glaucoma drop. Coverage varies by pharmacy plan.
- Prior authorization may be needed.
- Generic prostaglandin drops may cost less.
- Ask whether a combination drop would reduce bottles.
- Ask how long one bottle should last for your dosing plan.
Common Questions About Rhopressa
Next Steps
- 1Ask your doctor where Rhopressa fits in your pressure plan.
- 2Use it once nightly unless your doctor gives different instructions.
- 3Separate other eye drops as directed.
- 4Track redness, pain, or vision changes after starting.
- 5Keep pressure checks to confirm the drop is working.
Find specialists for Rhopressa
Board-certified ophthalmologists who treat Rhopressa.
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