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Brimonidine vs Latanoprost

Compare Brimonidine and Latanoprost side by side: what they treat, drug class, cost and FDA label information.

BrimonidineLatanoprost
Drug classalpha-Adrenergic AgonistProstaglandin Analog
Used to treatOpen-angle glaucomaOpen-angle glaucoma
Generic priceFrom $0.58 per mL (0.2% eye drop)From $1.58 per mL (0.005% eye drops)
Brand priceAlphagan P: from $37.27 per mL (0.1% drops)Xalatan: from $108 per mL (0.005% eye drops)
Generic savingsGeneric costs about 98% less than the brandGeneric costs about 99% less than the brand