ear and eye pharmacology Flashcards
1
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Reduce intraocular pressure by decreasing the amount of aqueous humor in the eyeball either by reducing its production or by increasing its outflow
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antiglaucoma agents
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3
Q
Cause the pupil to constrict
A
miotics
4
Q
Cause the pupil to dilate and prepare the eye for an internal examination
A
mydriatics
5
Q
Decrease sensitivity of the inner ear to motion and prevent nerve impulses from the inner ear from reaching the vomiting center of the brain
A
vertigo and motion sickness agents
6
Q
Loosen and help remove impacted cerumen (ear wax)
A
wax emulsifiers
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