FDA pharmacologic class
Prostaglandin E1 Analog
1 medicine is in FDA's class of prostaglandin e1 analogs: misoprostol (Cytotec); 1 combination product also contains one. All 2 are listed from generic labelers (FDA NDC Directory, October 8, 2026). The lowest pharmacy cost is diclofenac-misoprostol dr 50-0.2 mg tablet at $0.665 per tablet (NADAC).
Which medicines are prostaglandin e1 analog?
| Medicine | Brand names | Generic labelers (all forms) | Pharmacy cost | Boxed warning | Shortage | Recalls since 2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Diclofenac and misoprostol | Arthrotec | 10 labelers | $0.665 per tablet 50-0.2 mg tablet | Yes | No current entry | 7 |
| Misoprostol | Cytotec | 13 labelers | $0.719 per tablet 200 mcg tablet | Yes | No current entry | 1 |
Source: FDA Established Pharmacologic Class (NDC Directory, openFDA); CMS NADAC of October 7, 2026; FDA shortages and recalls (FDA files October 8, 2026)
What do pharmacies pay?
Each medicine's most widely listed form, per unit, in the NADAC survey: what pharmacies paid, not what a patient pays; strengths differ, so compare like with like.
Source: CMS National Average Drug Acquisition Cost (NADAC) survey, October 7, 2026: what retail pharmacies paid per unit; not a counter price