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Beta Blockers Flashcards

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Non selective Beta Blockers (B1 and B2)

A
  • Timolol (Timoptic)
  • Levobunolol (Betagan)
  • Carteolol (Ocupress)
  • Metipranolol (Optipranolol)
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B1 selective Beta Blockers

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  • Betaxolol (Betoptic)
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MOA

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Decrease aqueous humor production

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Indications

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  • 1st line treatment for glaucoma

- Decrease IOP by 20-25%

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Warning/precautions

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  • Can slow the heart rate down if systemically absorbed

- May interfere with asthma medication

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What can you do to decrease chances of systemic absorption?

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Punctal block

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